Changchun to Ulan Bator flights
Ulan Bator lies 1,491 km (927 mi) north-west of Changchun, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 40 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.
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| Changchun | Ulan Bator | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Mongolia |
| Population | 5.7 million | 844,818 |
| Elevation | 206 m (676 ft) | 1,284 m (4,213 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Ulaanbaatar) |
| Nearest large airport | CGQ, 32 km out | UBN, 29 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ulan Bator
Crossing from China into Mongolia: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Tugrik (MNT); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +976; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving Changchun
Changchun is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ), 32 km (20 mi) from the centre, whose 10,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ulan Bator
Ulan Bator is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport | UBN | 29 km (18 mi) | 11,811 ft | 4,482 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ulan Bator from Changchun?
1,491 km (927 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Changchun.
How long does it take to get from Changchun to Ulan Bator by air?
About 2 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Changchun and Ulan Bator?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Changchun to Ulan Bator flights?
Typically Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ) to Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN).
What currency do I need in Ulan Bator?
The Tugrik (MNT).
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.