What to know about flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai?

The distance between Ulaanbaatar and Shanghai is approximately 2,235.86 km. It takes around 4 hours on average to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The cheapest month to book is September.

Cheapest one-way
$141
Spring Airlines Spring Airlines ULN-SHA 3h 45m · Nonstop Sun, Nov 15
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Cheapest round-trip
$253
Spring Airlines Spring Airlines ULN-SHA 3h 45m · Nonstop Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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When to travel
March
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
2,235.86 km
Flight distance
4h
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $141 and round-trip from $253. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Which airlines are the most popular for Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai are Spring Airlines, Air China, and Miat Mongolian Airlines, among 4 carriers on this route. Spring Airlines offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Air China logo Air China
Miat Mongolian Airlines logo Miat Mongolian Airlines
Asiana Airlines logo Asiana Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai?

The average price of one-way flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai is March, with an average price of $140; while the month with the highest flight price is usually February, with an average price of up to $340.

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$240
$140
$40
    Cheapest
  • $214
    Oct
  • $263
    Nov
  • $196
    Dec
  • $198
    Jan
  • $340
    Feb
  • $140
    Mar
  • $166
    Apr
  • $147
    May
  • $150
    Jun
  • $146
    Jul
  • $153
    Aug
  • $156
    Sep

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai?

Average price of round-trip flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai are found during March, with an average price of $299. Conversely, the highest prices are found during May, with an average price of up to $549.

$549
$424
$299
$174
    Cheapest
  • $397
    Oct
  • $372
    Nov
  • $310
    Dec
  • $403
    Jan
  • $450
    Feb
  • $299
    Mar
  • $487
    Apr
  • $549
    May
  • $396
    Jun
  • $330
    Jul
  • $354
    Aug
  • $466
    Sep

When is the cheapest day to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai during Veterans Day?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai during Veterans Day on Trip.com in the past 3 days.

Veterans Day is scheduled for Nov 11. The cheapest flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai are available on Nov 9, with fares starting at $141.

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$233
$141
$49
  • $142
    8
    Nov
  • $141
    9
  • $176
    10
  • $325
    11
  • $176
    12
  • $160
    13

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai (ULN-SHA)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $141 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. UBN to PVG on Sun, Nov 15), while Spring Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $253 departing on Mon, Nov 16 and returning on Fri, Nov 20.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Spring Airlines Air China Miat Mongolian Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 4 hours to fly from Ulaanbaatar (ULN) to Shanghai (SHA).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 3 flight per week flying from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Spring Airlines: -/M/-/W/-/F/- -- 9C7058 (13:02)
  • To find best deals on flights from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Nov 15, with one-way flights priced at just $141.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around January.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai on October 24, 2026 with Spring Airlines, with prices starting at $211.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Flights from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (UBN-PVG) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Shanghai and Ulaanbaatar is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai is $391. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai is $560. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Ulaanbaatar and Shanghai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Spring Airlines, Air Busan and Trinity Airwaysare the most popular budget airlines flying from Ulaanbaatar to Shanghai. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.