Direct (nonstop) flights from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk

1 airline flys nonstop from Chinggis Khan International Airport (UBN) to Irkutsk (IKT). It's 338 miles (544 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by IrAero.

UBN
Chinggis Khan International Airport
🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
IKT
Irkutsk
🇷🇺 Irkutsk, Russia
Flight Time
1h
Distance
338 mi
544 km
CO₂/pax
63 kg
−156 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
IrAero
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IrAero IrAero

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IrAero IO IrAero
Route
UBN → IKT
Flight Time
1h
Distance
338 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk with one stop · direct emits 63 kg CO₂ per passenger

UBN KYZ (Kyzyl) IKT
Leg 1: 3h (621 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (426 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+248% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → KYZ
3h · 621 mi
View UBN to KYZ flights →
Leg 2
KYZ → IKT
1h 25m · 426 mi
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UBN KJA (Krasnojarsk) IKT
Leg 1: 3h 30m (848 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (551 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+351% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → KJA
3h 30m · 848 mi
View UBN to KJA flights →
Leg 2
KJA → IKT
1h 45m · 551 mi
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UBN PEK (Beijing) IKT
Leg 1: 2h 15m (713 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,023 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+424% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PEK
2h 15m · 713 mi
View UBN to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → IKT
3h 5m · 1,023 mi
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UBN PKX (Beijing) IKT
Leg 1: 2h 40m (738 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,053 mi) Total: ~5h 50m 🍃 340 kg CO₂ (+440% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PKX
2h 40m · 738 mi
View UBN to PKX flights →
Leg 2
PKX → IKT
3h 10m · 1,053 mi
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UBN PVG (Shanghai) IKT
Leg 1: 3h 38m (1,387 mi) Leg 2: 4h 38m (1,704 mi) Total: ~8h 16m 🍃 547 kg CO₂ (+768% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UBN → PVG
3h 38m · 1,387 mi
View UBN to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → IKT
4h 38m · 1,704 mi
View PVG to IKT flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk?

A nonstop flight from Ulaanbaatar (UBN) to Irkutsk (IKT) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 338 miles (544 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk?

Just IrAero.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk?

Yes. 1 airline: IrAero.

How far is Ulaanbaatar from Irkutsk?

The flight distance from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk is 338 miles (544 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk?

At 1h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Mongolia to Russia?

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

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

Roughly 63 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 315 km.

Is the return flight from Irkutsk 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 Irkutsk?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. 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.