The direct non-stop flights between the sector Ulaanbaatar(Mongolia)-New Delhi(India)-Ulaanbaatar(Mongolia) have started from 28 Sept 2026. The first flight arrived in New Delhi (Indira Gandhi International Airport T3) at 0720 hours today. The first flight returned to Ulaanbaatar from New Delhi today at 1637 hours. The flight will be weekly on every Monday and the journey time is 05 (five) hours only. The direct flight has substantially reduced the travel time from 13-18 hours when a transit is made at Hong Kong/Beijing/Incheon.

2. The flights are operated by Hunnu Air of Mongolia. Commencement of this regular flight will boost spiritual tourism from Mongolia to India to various Buddhist heritage sites; medical tourism and winter tourism from India to Mongolia wherein Indian tourists can experience the rich natural beauty and historical heritage of Mongolia throughout the year.

3. The direct flight will further enhance the existing multifaceted bilateral strategic partnership between India and Mongolia. Bilateral trade and commerce will get a boost as the cargo can be transported in a faster and cheaper manner.

4. Both India and Mongolia offer gratis visa to each others nationals and e-visa facility is available to the nationals of both the countries.

5. The flight was announced at the Joint Press Conference between HE Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India and HE Mr U Khurelsukh, President of Mongolia at Hyderabad House during the State Visit of the President of Mongolia to India in October 2025. HE Mr Atul Malhari Gotsurve, Ambassador of India to Mongolia and Mr Munkhjargal, CEO of Hunnu Air worked with various stakeholders to turn into reality this important initiative of direct flight.

6. Embassy of India thanks all the stakeholders including the DGCA India and Ministry of Road and Transport of Mongolia for their valuable support.

Source: Indian Embassy in Mongolia

Published Date:2026-09-29