Travelling from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN): What you need to know
Chinggis Khaan International Airport is located in Ulaanbaatar. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Chicago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to UBN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to UBN flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
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Getting from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) to central Ulaanbaatar
Central Ulaanbaatar is around 48 kilometres from Chinggis Khaan International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport is 527 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 891 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to UBN, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN). August is the busiest month to travel to Ulaanbaatar. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in March.
Lock in a Chicago to UBN plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ulaanbaatar to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -30ºC (-22ºF) and -13ºC (9ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ulaanbaatar
Start your Ulaanbaatar trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Chinggis Khaan International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Museum of Natural History, Terelj and Chinggis Khaan Monument are must-do's during your Ulaanbaatar adventure.
Explore more of Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar is just the beginning of what Mongolia offers. Extend your adventure to Erdenet, which is around 257 kilometres away to the northwest. From Uurkhaychin Cultural Centre to Erdenet museum, there are countless things to do in this exciting city.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mongolia, head for Darhan, roughly 209 kilometres north of Ulaanbaatar. The Buddha's Statue of Northern, Amarbayasgalant Monastery and Darkhan Museum are key highlights.
