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Arvaikheer Airport (AVK)

Arvaikheer, Mongolia · medium airport · 46.250° 102.802° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAVK
ICAO CodeZMAH
Typemedium airport
NameArvaikheer Airport
MunicipalityArvaikheer
CountryMongolia
ContinentAS
Latitude46.250° N
Longitude102.802° E
Elevation5932 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score500
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMongolia
ISO Code
RegionArvaikheer
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Ulaanbaatar
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+8
DST OffsetUTC+8
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving AVK

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (46.3°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Arvaikheer Airport (AVK/ZMAH) is a domestic airfield serving Arvaikheer, the capital of Övörkhangai Province in central Mongolia. It sits on the steppe at roughly 1,760 m elevation, about 2–3 km from the town center, and mainly links the province with Ulaanbaatar. The airport is small and utilitarian, with seasonal domestic service and basic passenger facilities.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your return flight by phone or through your guesthouse the day before, and keep some flexibility—weather and passenger loads can cause schedule shifts at short notice.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and pre-arranged hotel or guesthouse pickups are the usual way to reach Arvaikheer town, since there is no regular public bus to the terminal. Agree on the fare beforehand or ask your accommodation to arrange a driver. In winter and spring, allow extra time for snow, dust, or wind delays.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What flights operate from Arvaikheer Airport?
A: Scheduled domestic flights to Ulaanbaatar are the main service, though operators, frequency, and seasonal schedules vary. Charter and private flights may also use the airfield.

Q: How far is the airport from Arvaikheer town center?
A: It is only about 2–3 km from central Arvaikheer, so the transfer is short by taxi or private vehicle.

Q: What facilities are at AVK?
A: Expect a small domestic terminal with basic waiting areas and check-in; dining, shopping, and ATMs are limited, so bring cash and any essentials you need.

Q: Do I need to arrive early?
A: Yes—arrive at least 1–1.5 hours before departure, and reconfirm your flight locally because provincial schedules can change with weather and demand.

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