Baghdad to Ulanqab flights
Ulanqab lies 5,993 km (3,724 mi) north-east of Baghdad, +5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 8 h 26 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Baghdad | Ulanqab | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | China |
| Population | 7.2 million | 550,231 |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 1,375 m (4,511 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | BGW, 18 km out | UCB, 15 km out |
Clocks in Ulanqab are 5 h ahead of Baghdad right now, so a 8 h 26 min journey lands 13 h 26 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Ulanqab
Crossing from Iraq into China: money changes from the Dinar to the Yuan Renminbi (CNY); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, NEMA 1-15; the dialling code becomes +86; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648851.
Airports at each end
Leaving Baghdad
Baghdad is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ulanqab
Ulanqab is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ulanqab Jining Airport (UCB), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulanqab Jining Airport (regional) | UCB | 15 km (9 mi) | 10,499 ft | 0 ft |
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Staying in Ulanqab
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Ulanqab. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1). Guests have left 6 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ulanqab from Baghdad?
5,993 km (3,724 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Baghdad.
How long does it take to get from Baghdad to Ulanqab by air?
About 8 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Baghdad and Ulanqab?
Ulanqab is 5 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Baghdad).
Which airports are used for Baghdad to Ulanqab flights?
Typically Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW) to Ulanqab Jining Airport (UCB).
What currency do I need in Ulanqab?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
Where can I stay in Ulanqab?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Ulanqab, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.