On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar. The distance between the cities is 2227 km, and direct air service is maintained with a frequency of about 2 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by OM airline. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the price chart to find great deals, and also reviewing information in advance on how to get to Shanghai airport and get from the airport to Ulaanbaatar.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Ulaanbaatar by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Shanghai → Ulaanbaatar, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $224 | low | May | $249 | medium | Sep | $262 | medium |
| Feb | $256 | medium | Jun | $294 | high | Oct | $230 | low |
| Mar | $217 | low | Jul | $332 | high | Nov | $236 | low |
| Apr | $243 | medium | Aug | $307 | high | Dec | $268 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in the Mongolian capital is characterized by a harsh continental climate. The warmest month is July, with average maximum temperatures of up to 22.6°C, while the coldest period is January, when temperatures can drop to -27.2°C.
Exact ticket pricing data for the current period is unavailable; however, prices traditionally depend on seasonal demand. To find the most advantageous offer, we recommend referring to the price dynamics chart provided on this page.
For a comfortable trip, it is best to choose June or August, when climatic conditions are most favorable for travel. It is recommended to avoid the winter months unless you are prepared for the extremely low temperatures typical of this region in December and January.
Currently, the main carrier operating regular flights on this route is MIAT Mongolian Airlines (OM). With a flight frequency of about twice a week, we recommend checking the schedule for direct flights in advance. Details regarding departure days and route options are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Shanghai — Ulaanbaatar depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the distance of 2227 km in approximately 3 hours, though the exact time depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular air service between these cities on this route is provided by OM (MIAT Mongolian Airlines).
Yes, direct flights are operated on this route, with an average frequency of about 2 departures per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and the season. You can check the current minimum price for your dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from China arrive at Chinggis Khaan International Airport (ULN), which serves the capital of Mongolia.
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