Direct (nonstop) flights from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul

7 airlines fly nonstop from Chinggis Khan International Airport (UBN) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). It's 1,218 miles (1,960 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Jeju Air, Korean Air, Aero Mongolia and others.

UBN
Chinggis Khan International Airport
🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
1,960 km
CO₂/pax
206 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Jeju Air +6
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Jeju Air Jeju Air Korean Air Korean Air Aero Mongolia Aero Mongolia Miat - Mongolian Airlines Miat - Mongolian Airlines Asiana Airlines Asiana Airlines T´Way Air T´Way Air +1 more

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jeju Air 7C Jeju Air
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
Aero Mongolia M0 Aero Mongolia
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
Miat - Mongolian Airlines OM Miat - Mongolian Airlines
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
Asiana Airlines OZ Asiana Airlines
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
T´Way Air TW T´Way Air
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi
Vladivostok Air XF Vladivostok Air
Route
UBN → ICN
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,218 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul with one stop · direct emits 206 kg CO₂ per passenger

UBN PEK (Beijing) ICN
Leg 1: 2h 15m (713 mi) Leg 2: 2h (561 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PEK
2h 15m · 713 mi
View UBN to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → ICN
2h · 561 mi
View PEK to ICN flights →
UBN TAE (Daegu) ICN
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,380 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (162 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → TAE
3h 30m · 1,380 mi
View UBN to TAE flights →
Leg 2
TAE → ICN
1h 5m · 162 mi
View TAE to ICN flights →
UBN PKX (Beijing) ICN
Leg 1: 2h 40m (738 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (561 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PKX
2h 40m · 738 mi
View UBN to PKX flights →
Leg 2
PKX → ICN
1h 55m · 561 mi
View PKX to ICN flights →
UBN PUS (Busan) ICN
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,427 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (210 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PUS
3h 40m · 1,427 mi
View UBN to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → ICN
1h 10m · 210 mi
View PUS to ICN flights →
UBN PVG (Shanghai) ICN
Leg 1: 3h 38m (1,387 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (510 mi) Total: ~5h 33m 🍃 353 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PVG
3h 38m · 1,387 mi
View UBN to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → ICN
1h 55m · 510 mi
View PVG to ICN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul?

A nonstop flight from Ulaanbaatar (UBN) to Seoul (ICN) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,218 miles (1,960 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul?

7 airlines: Jeju Air, Korean Air, Aero Mongolia, Miat - Mongolian Airlines, Asiana Airlines, T´Way Air, Vladivostok Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul?

Yes. 7 airlines: Jeju Air, Korean Air, Aero Mongolia, Miat - Mongolian Airlines, Asiana Airlines, T´Way Air, Vladivostok Air.

How far is Ulaanbaatar from Seoul?

The flight distance from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul is 1,218 miles (1,960 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Ulaanbaatar and Seoul?

Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Ulaanbaatar. (Asia/Ulaanbaatar vs Asia/Seoul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul?

At 3h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Mongolia to Republic of Korea?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Republic of Korea embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul?

Roughly 206 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,030 km.

Is the return flight from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Seoul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chinggis Khan International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.