Irkutsk to Ordos flights
Ordos lies 1,472 km (915 mi) south of Irkutsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 38 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.
| Irkutsk | Ordos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | China |
| Population | 623,869 | 2.2 million |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 1,310 m (4,298 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | IKT, 8 km out | DSN, 14 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ordos
Crossing from Russia into China: money changes from the Ruble 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 Irkutsk
Irkutsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Irkutsk International Airport (IKT), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,696-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ordos
Ordos is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ordos Ejin Horo International Airport (DSN), 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordos Ejin Horo International Airport | DSN | 14 km (9 mi) | 10,499 ft | 4,557 ft |
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Staying in Ordos
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Ordos. Of the 12 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 44 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ordos from Irkutsk?
1,472 km (915 mi) in a straight line, south of Irkutsk.
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Ordos by air?
About 2 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Ordos?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Irkutsk to Ordos flights?
Typically Irkutsk International Airport (IKT) to Ordos Ejin Horo International Airport (DSN).
What currency do I need in Ordos?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
Where can I stay in Ordos?
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Ordos, 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.