Flying from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Ulaanbaatar (the location of Ulaanbaatar International Airport).
For a relaxed start to your UBN to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) will be your arrival point.
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To get to UBN from central Ulaanbaatar, it'll take about 1 hour by car. It's roughly 19 miles from the airport to the city center.
Ulaanbaatar International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from UBN touch down on schedule 87.08% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to Shanghai
$132 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return ticket right now is $248. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from UBN to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 35 miles. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the center driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from UBN to Shanghai is a good idea.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is about 9 miles from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your UBN to Shanghai flight:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and see and do more with your own set of wheels. Hertz is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before you book your flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Shanghai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 73ºF and 93ºF. Lock in your Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between 30ºF and 50ºF. Search for a cheap ticket from UBN to Shanghai around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Yu Garden and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Shanghai itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 170 miles away to the west, well-known attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If you're looking to explore another side of China, consider Puyang, roughly 150 miles south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are the start of reasons to visit.
