ULZ - Donoi Airport
Uliastai, Mongolia
IATA Code: ULZ · Uliastai, Mongolia
The airport code ULZ is the IATA identifier for Donoi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Uliastai Airport (ULZ).
Donoi Airport (ULZ) serves Uliastai, Mongolia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ULZ is the IATA airport code for Donoi Airport, located in Uliastai, Mongolia. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.7093°N, 96.5258°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ULZ
- City
- Uliastai
- Country
- Mongolia
- Timezone
- Asia/Ulaanbaatar
- Latitude
- 47.7093°
- Longitude
- 96.5258°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ULZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTI - Altai | 150 km | $2,163 | $4/passenger |
| MXV - Muren | 341 km | $4,917 | $10/passenger |
| BYN - Bayankhongor | 361 km | $5,206 | $10/passenger |
| HVD - Khovd | 367 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| ULO - Ulaangom | 426 km | $6,143 | $12/passenger |
| KYZ - Kyzyl | 466 km | $6,720 | $13/passenger |
| AVK - Arvaikheer | 503 km | $7,253 | $15/passenger |
| ULG - Olgii | 508 km | $7,325 | $15/passenger |
| UGA - Bulgan | 530 km | $7,643 | $15/passenger |
| FYN - Fuyun | 539 km | $7,772 | $16/passenger |
| HMI - Hami | 586 km | $8,450 | $17/passenger |
| AAT - Altay | 631 km | $9,099 | $18/passenger |
| KJI - Burqin | 711 km | $10,253 | $21/passenger |
| EJN - Ejin Banner | 724 km | $10,440 | $21/passenger |
| SXJ - Shanshan | 725 km | $10,455 | $21/passenger |
| IKT - Irkutsk | 756 km | $10,902 | $22/passenger |
| ABA - Abakan | 762 km | $10,988 | $22/passenger |
| ULN - Ulan Bator | 765 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| DLZ - Dalanzadgad | 766 km | $11,046 | $22/passenger |
| TLQ - Turpan | 779 km | $11,233 | $22/passenger |
| URC - Urumqi | 818 km | $11,796 | $24/passenger |
| DNH - Dunhuang | 850 km | $12,257 | $25/passenger |
| JGN - Jiayuguan | 885 km | $12,762 | $26/passenger |
| RGK - Gorno-Altaysk | 900 km | $12,978 | $26/passenger |
| UUD - Ulan-ude | 905 km | $13,050 | $26/passenger |
| KRY - Karamay | 918 km | $13,238 | $26/passenger |
| NOZ - Novokuznetsk | 958 km | $13,814 | $28/passenger |
| KJA - Krasnoyarsk | 980 km | $14,132 | $28/passenger |
| TCG - Tacheng | 1,002 km | $14,449 | $29/passenger |
| BTK - Bratsk | 1,025 km | $14,781 | $30/passenger |
| RHT - Alxa Right Banner | 1,026 km | $14,795 | $30/passenger |
| ACS - Achinsk | 1,034 km | $14,910 | $30/passenger |
| YZY - Zhangye | 1,045 km | $15,069 | $30/passenger |
| UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk | 1,057 km | $15,242 | $30/passenger |
| KRL - Korla | 1,058 km | $15,256 | $31/passenger |
| KEJ - Kemorovo | 1,105 km | $15,934 | $32/passenger |
| BAX - Barnaul | 1,110 km | $16,006 | $32/passenger |
| UZR - Urzhar | 1,119 km | $16,136 | $32/passenger |
| JIC - Jinchuan | 1,123 km | $16,194 | $32/passenger |
| NLT - Xinyuan | 1,127 km | $16,251 | $33/passenger |
| BPL - Bole | 1,135 km | $16,367 | $33/passenger |
| HTT - Mengnai | 1,153 km | $16,626 | $33/passenger |
| RLK - Bayannur | 1,166 km | $16,814 | $34/passenger |
| HXD - Haixi | 1,178 km | $16,987 | $34/passenger |
| UKX - Ust-Kut | 1,192 km | $17,189 | $34/passenger |
| WUA - Wuhai | 1,204 km | $17,362 | $35/passenger |
| PLX - Semiplatinsk | 1,221 km | $17,607 | $35/passenger |
| UIK - Ust Ilimsk | 1,227 km | $17,693 | $35/passenger |
| EIE - Yeniseysk | 1,232 km | $17,765 | $36/passenger |
| TOF - Tomsk | 1,233 km | $17,780 | $36/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ULZ Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ULZ
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Uliastai
Uliastai experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ULZ
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, ULZ is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via ULZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Donoi Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ULZ
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ULZ are LTI, MXV, BYN — consider these for potentially lower fares