Cheap Flights from Osaka to Ulaanbaatar Starting at $161

The route Osaka — Ulaanbaatar is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including T'way Air, Connellan air disaster, Peach, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan, Shandong Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $161) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Kansai International Airport (KIX) is Osaka’s main international gateway and typically handles long-haul and many full-service carriers, while also serving some low-cost airlines. Located on an artificial island about 50–55 km southwest of central Osaka, it can be reached by the JR Haruka express or Nankai limited express in roughly 30–50 minutes; airport bus services take about 50–70 minutes depending on traffic, with fares usually varying by operator and class. KIX is usually seen as a full-service hub with ample facilities, wide airline choice and reliable connections, but the distance from downtown can mean longer transfers and occasional extra cost for rapid services. Itami Airport (Osaka International, ITM) often functions as the region’s domestic and business-focused airport, used mainly by Japan’s major carriers for short-haul flights. Sitting around 10–20 km north of central Osaka, Itami is typically a quicker option for domestic travel; limousine buses and monorail/train links can reach the city center in about 20–30 minutes with moderate fares. Itami can be more convenient for same-day business trips or quick turnarounds, though it usually doesn’t handle international long-haul flights and can feel busier during peak domestic periods. Kobe Airport (UKB), positioned on an artificial island near Kobe and within easy reach of Osaka, is often treated as a secondary regional airport serving domestic and limited international routes, including some low-cost carriers. It lies roughly 30–40 km from central Osaka, and you can typically get there by shuttle train and local transport in about 30–50 minutes; buses and trains are competitively priced for short regional hops. Kobe can be a quieter, more relaxed alternative to the larger airports, though its smaller route network and fewer long-haul options can limit direct international connections.

Chinggis Khaan International Airport (ULN) is Mongolia’s main international gateway and typically functions as the country’s primary long-haul and regional hub rather than a budget-only field. The airport usually hosts full-service carriers and regional/low-cost airlines on international and domestic routes. It sits roughly 50–55 km south of central Ulaanbaatar, with transfer options including shuttle buses, private taxis and car services; road transfer times can be around 45–75 minutes depending on traffic and weather, and fares generally range from modest-rate public shuttles to higher fares for private taxis. Travelers can expect a compact, recently upgraded terminal with basic services and efficient border controls, though the distance from downtown and variable road conditions can make transfers less convenient for tight connections.