Ulan Bator to Datong flights
Datong lies 1,008 km (626 mi) south-east of Ulan Bator, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 3 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.
| Ulan Bator | Datong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mongolia | China |
| Population | 844,818 | 3.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,284 m (4,213 ft) | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Ulaanbaatar) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | UBN, 29 km out | DAT, 16 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Datong
Crossing from Mongolia into China: money changes from the Tugrik 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 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.
Arriving in Datong
Datong is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datong Yungang International Airport | DAT | 16 km (10 mi) | 9,843 ft | 3,442 ft |
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Staying in Datong
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Datong. Of the 26 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (10), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,284 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Datong from Ulan Bator?
1,008 km (626 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Ulan Bator.
How long does it take to get from Ulan Bator to Datong by air?
About 2 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulan Bator and Datong?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ulan Bator to Datong flights?
Typically Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) to Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT).
What currency do I need in Datong?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
Where can I stay in Datong?
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Datong, 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.