Travelling from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN): What you need to know
Chinggis Khaan International Airport is located in Ulaanbaatar. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to UBN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to UBN even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is an option when flying out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to UBN flight is a lot easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
After your flight from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport has landed, unwind and relax at a nearby hotel. Mandala Bliss Mongolia is a good option that's an easy drive from UBN.
Getting from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) to central Ulaanbaatar
From Chinggis Khaan International Airport, central Ulaanbaatar is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
$944 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Return flights start at $1,474. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to UBN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN). August is the peak month for travel to Ulaanbaatar. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Ulaanbaatar is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to UBN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -30ºC and -13ºC.
More about Ulaanbaatar
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Ulaanbaatar right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Chinggis Khaan International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Ulaanbaatar when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Mongolia Naadam Festival followed by Museum of Natural History and Terelj.
Explore more of Mongolia
You've done Ulaanbaatar, now it's time to explore other parts of Mongolia. Journey around 257 kilometres northwest to Erdenet to check off its top attractions. From Khangai resort to Uurkhaychin Cultural Centre and boldbayar, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Darhan is another sought-after destination in Mongolia and is around 209 kilometres north of Ulaanbaatar. No journey is complete without seeing The Buddha's Statue of Northern, Amarbayasgalant Monastery and Bayremedee Church.