Mongolia Domestic Flights – Summer 2026
MIAT Mongolian Airlines & Hunnu Air
Domestic flights in Mongolia are the fastest and most convenient way to travel between Ulaanbaatar and remote regions such as the Altai Mountains(western Mongolia), Gobi Desert(Southern Mongolia), and Northern Mongolia. During the summer travel season (June–August 2026), the two main airlines operating domestic flights are:
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MIAT Mongolian Airlines – www.miat.com
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Hunnu Air – www.hunnuair.com
All domestic flights depart from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) in Ulaanbaatar.
MIAT Mongolian Airlines – Domestic Flights
MIAT is the national airline of Mongolia and operates several regular domestic routes connecting major provincial capitals.
Main Domestic Routes
| Route | Flight Time | Frequency (Summer 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Ulaanbaatar – Ölgii (Bayan-Ölgii) | ~2h | Mon, Wed, Sat |
| Ulaanbaatar – Khovd | ~2h | Tue, Fri, Sun |
| Ulaanbaatar – Dalanzadgad (Gobi) | ~1h | Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| Ulaanbaatar – Murun (Khuvsgul) | ~1h 30m | Tue, Thurs, Sun |
| Ulaanbaatar – Uliastai | ~1h 30m | Mon, Thur |
Example:
UBN → Ölgii flights operate 3 times per week (Monday, Wednesday, Saturday) during the summer tourism season. You can get booked your flight ticket through us. (Kazakh Tour LLC) click following link for flight ticket booking on whatsapp – https://wa.me/97699422006
Aircraft
MIAT usually operates:
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CRJ-700 regional jets
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Occasionally Boeing aircraft for charter operations
Average Domestic Flight Duration
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Western Mongolia (Ölgii, Khovd): 1–2 hours
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Northern Mongolia (Murun): ~1.5 hours
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Gobi region (Dalanzadgad): ~1 hour
Hunnu Air – Domestic Flights
Hunnu Air is Mongolia’s largest private airline and operates both scheduled and charter flights within Mongolia and internationally.
Main Domestic Routes
| Route | Flight Time | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ulaanbaatar – Ölgii | ~2 hours | Charter / seasonal |
| Ulaanbaatar – Murun | ~1h 30m | Seasonal |
| Ulaanbaatar – Khovd | ~2h | Limited schedule |
For the 2026 summer tourism season, Hunnu Air plans several charter flights to Ölgii mainly during July and August, supporting the peak tourist period and festivals.
Example charter dates (2026):
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July: 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31
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August: 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
Aircraft
Hunnu Air operates:
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Embraer E190
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Embraer E195-E2
These modern aircraft are comfortable and widely used on domestic and regional routes.
Flight Example – Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii
This route is the most important flight for travelers visiting the Altai Mountains and Eagle Hunter region.
| Airline | Frequency | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MIAT | Mon, Wed, Sat | ~2h 15m |
| Hunnu Air | Seasonal / charter | ~2h |
The distance between Ulaanbaatar and Ölgii is about 1,260 km by air.
Booking Domestic Flights
Tickets can be purchased through:
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Airline websites
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Local travel agencies
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Travel platforms
Domestic flights often sell out quickly during summer and festival seasons, so early booking is strongly recommended.
Contact for booking flight tickets: click following link for flight ticket booking on whatsapp – https://wa.me/97699422006
Travel Tips
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Arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before departure.
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Domestic baggage allowance is usually 15 kg depending on ticket type.
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Weather conditions in Mongolia can occasionally affect domestic flight schedules. For this reason, it is always recommended to book flights through a local tour operator. In case of unexpected changes, a local operator can quickly arrange alternative solutions and assist with managing the situation.
Kazakh Tour can also assist with booking your domestic flight tickets in Mongolia. For assistance, please contact us via WhatsApp at +976 99422006 or email dosjan@kazakhtour.com.
✔ Tip for travelers:
For tours to the Altai Mountains, Gobi Desert, or Khuvsgul Lake, domestic flights can save 2–4 days of overland travel.
Updated: 13th Mar 2026.
If you need help booking your flight tickets, do not hesitate to contact us. We can book your domestic flight tickets for you.
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