Arvaikheer Airport
AVK / ZMAH
Arvaikheer Airport is a small domestic airport serving Arvaikheer in Övörkhangai Province, Mongolia. It operates from a single small terminal and primarily handles scheduled domestic flights; annual passenger volumes are low compared with Mongolia’s international gateways.
Getting to and From Arvaikheer Airport #
Ground transport into Arvaikheer town is normally by local taxi or private transfer; there is no rail connection. Travel times into town are short, but public transport options are limited so pre-arrange transfers where possible.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Arvaikheer Airport #
Expect limited terminal amenities: a small waiting area, restrooms and little or no food service. There are no airline lounges and Wi‑Fi/charging may be unavailable. Accessibility services are basic; travellers requiring assistance should coordinate in advance.
Tips for Arvaikheer Airport #
- Domestic Mongolian flights can be affected by weather and operate on limited days - confirm your flight the day before departure.
- Arrange ground transfer into Arvaikheer town in advance; public transport options from the airport are limited.
- Facilities are basic; pack snacks and any medicines you may need for short waits.
- If travelling onward to Ulaanbaatar, check whether your flight is direct or includes intermediate stops.
Weather & Climate near Arvaikheer Airport #
Arvaikheer Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -21°C to 22°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -21° - -9° | -21° | 1 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Acceptable | -19° - -6° | -18° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | -13° - 0° | -12° | 4 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | -5° - 9° | -2° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 46% | 4.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.4h |
| May | Very Good | 3° - 17° | 8° | 18 mm | partly cloudy | 44% | 4.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.8h |
| June | Very Good | 8° - 21° | 15° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 51% | 3.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Very Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.0h |
| September | Excellent | 3° - 16° | 7° | 21 mm | some cloud | 55% | 3.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | -5° - 8° | -2° | 7 mm | some cloud | 56% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Acceptable | -14° - -1° | -12° | 3 mm | some cloud | 66% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -19° - -7° | -18° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |