Travelling from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
Phuket is one hour behind Ulaanbaatar and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your UBN to HKT flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Miat - Mongolian Airlines offers direct flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Phuket — and maybe even more of Thailand if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Miat - Mongolian Airlines.
Miat - Mongolian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers UBN to HKT flights. A reliable 91.67% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is R 3,348. A round-trip ticket right now is R 6,190. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from UBN to HKT.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from UBN to HKT.
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Handy information about Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Ulaanbaatar International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 87.08% of flights that depart UBN reach their destination on time.
Ulaanbaatar International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Ulaanbaatar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Check out Mandala Bliss Mongolia. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before making your way to UBN.
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Reserve a hotel close to HKT if you're on a late Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from UBN to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without seeing Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.