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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Mongolia",
    "addressLocality": "Ulaanbaatar (Sergelen)"
  },
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "150 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Ulaanbaatar (Sergelen)",
  "code": "UBN",
  "connection_tips": "Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport serves as Mongolia's primary international gateway, replacing the older Buyant-Uhaa Airport in 2021 with modern facilities located 50 kilometers southeast of the capital. Immigration and customs procedures follow international standards, with most visitors requiring visas arranged in advance except for certain short-term tourist exemptions. Cultural experiences include traditional Mongolian music performances in the terminal and local handicraft shops featuring authentic Mongolian artwork and souvenirs. Emergency medical facilities coordinate with Ulaanbaatar's hospitals, with evacuation procedures for serious cases potentially requiring transport to Beijing or Seoul for specialized treatment.\n\nStrong winds and sudden weather changes are common year-round, requiring flexible scheduling and potential delays. The facility provides connections to major Asian destinations including Beijing, Seoul, Tokyo, Istanbul, and Moscow, with MIAT Mongolian Airlines as the primary carrier alongside international operators. Extreme continental climate conditions create significant operational challenges, with winter temperatures dropping below -30\u00b0C and summer temperatures reaching 35\u00b0C, affecting aircraft performance and ground operations.\n\nThe facility serves Mongolia's mining industry with cargo operations supporting copper, coal, and cashmere exports. The airport features modern terminal facilities with duty-free shopping, restaurants serving both international and traditional Mongolian cuisine, and business lounges. Ground transportation includes airport shuttle buses, taxis, and rental cars for the journey to Ulaanbaatar city center, which takes approximately 45-60 minutes depending on traffic and weather conditions.",
  "country": "Mongolia",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=MNT",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check flight schedules in advance; services may be limited at this airport.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=47.646916,106.819833",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  },
  "has_commercial_service": true,
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  "iataCode": "UBN",
  "icao": "ZMCK",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "July 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 47.646916,
  "layover_planner_info": "Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) can work for planned transfers, but give yourself more than the bare minimum if checked bags, immigration, or terminal changes are involved. Use this page's published MCTs as the floor: 60 minutes for domestic transfers, 90 minutes for domestic-to-international connections, 120 minutes for international-to-international transfers, 150 minutes when interline support is available. For longer stops in Ulaanbaatar (Sergelen), assume terminal amenities may be secondary to the surrounding landside area, and keep backup routing through Arvaykheer Airport (AVK) and Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport (ULN) in mind if the day starts to slip.",
  "longitude": 106.819833,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 150,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "If you miss a connection at Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN), start with the operating airline or transfer desk before leaving the secure area, especially if bags are checked through or your itinerary relies on interline handling. This airport publishes a 150-minute interline buffer, so ask staff to confirm whether onward sectors and baggage can be protected on the same journey before you commit to a new ticket. If same-day recovery fails, compare rebooking options via Arvaykheer Airport (AVK) and Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport (ULN).",
  "name": "Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport",
  "noindex": false,
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AVK",
      "name": "Arvaykheer Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ULN",
      "name": "Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "DLZ",
      "name": "Dalanzadgad Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "UNR",
      "name": "\u00d6nd\u00f6rkhaan Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan International Airport is Mongolia's primary international gateway, officially opened on July 4, 2021, replacing the older Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport. Located in Kh\u00f6shig Valley of Sergelen, T\u00f6v Province, 52 kilometers south of Ulaanbaatar, this modern facility represents a \u00a528.8 billion ($385 million) investment funded through Japanese development cooperation.\n\nTerminal facilities are designed to handle up to 3 million passengers annually with state-of-the-art infrastructure meeting international standards. The terminal features comprehensive immigration and customs facilities, duty-free shopping, restaurants serving both international and traditional Mongolian cuisine, business lounges, and cultural displays showcasing traditional Mongolian music and authentic handicrafts including artwork and souvenirs.\n\nOperational characteristics include direct flights to 11 domestic destinations across Mongolia and various international routes to major Asian and European cities. Primary carriers include MIAT Mongolian Airlines as the hub carrier, alongside international operators connecting to Beijing, Seoul, Tokyo, Istanbul, and Moscow. The airport served over 2.1 million passengers in 2024, demonstrating rapid growth since opening.\n\nStrategically managed by New Ulaanbaatar International Airport LLC, a joint venture between Japanese airport management companies (51% stake) and the Mongolian government (49% stake), ensuring international operational standards. Ground transportation includes dedicated shuttle bus routes to four points in Ulaanbaatar with 80-100 minute travel times, plus rental cars and taxi services connecting to the capital city.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulaanbaatar_Chinggis_Khaan_International_Airport"
}