Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Kuala Lumpur and Ulaanbaatar (where Ulaanbaatar International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to UBN.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to UBN. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can reach SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to UBN flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Hop off your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfortable option a short drive from UBN, make your way to Mandala Bliss Mongolia.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Right now, RM866 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,769. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to UBN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Ulaanbaatar. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to UBN plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ulaanbaatar to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport in January when temperatures are between -30ºC (-22ºF) and -13ºC (9ºF).
More about Ulaanbaatar
Start your Ulaanbaatar trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Ulaanbaatar won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Mongolia Naadam Festival, Museum of Natural History and Terelj.
Explore more of Mongolia
Erdenet is just one of the many places in Mongolia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ulaanbaatar. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Khangai resort, Uurkhaychin Cultural Centre and Happy land амралт.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Mongolia, consider Darhan, about 209 kilometres north of Ulaanbaatar. The Buddha's Statue of Northern, Amarbayasgalant Monastery and Bayremedee Church are the start of reasons to visit.