Chinggis Khaan International Airport

Connecting you to the World

Bridging Tradition with Modern Aviation

The challenge was to create a visual identity that could serve as Mongolia's gateway to the world while honoring its cultural heritage. The solution emerged from Mongolia's most iconic symbol – the Ger (traditional yurt). Just as the Ger has served as a welcoming shelter for travelers throughout Mongolia's history, the airport's identity system transforms this symbol of hospitality into a modern landmark. The design language simplifies the Ger's distinctive crown into a minimal, geometric form while retaining its cultural significance. This approach extends across every touchpoint, from wayfinding to digital displays, creating an environment where international standards of aviation seamlessly merge with Mongolia's tradition of generous hospitality.

Details

Designed the comprehensive visual identity system for Chinggis Khaan International Airport. The concept centered around the traditional Mongolian Ger (yurt), symbolizing Mongolia's deep-rooted tradition of hospitality while bridging cultural heritage with modern aviation. The project encompassed a complete visual system including a minimalist logo, custom typography supporting both Latin and Cyrillic scripts, a dynamic color palette inspired by Mongolia's eternal blue sky, and extensive applications across digital and physical touchpoints throughout the airport. The resulting identity successfully positioned CKIA as a modern gateway to Mongolia while maintaining authentic cultural connections, setting a new standard for airport branding in Asia.

Client

New Ulaanbaatar International Airport LLC

Project type

Brand

Year

2020-21

Agency

ubp.media

Services

brand strategy

visual identity

brand system

Credits

Creative Director

Tuvshin Erdenebaatar

Lead Designer

Temuulen Enkhbaatar

Junior Designer

Zolboot Batnasan

Copywriter

Tselmeg Ochirsuren

Photography

Uugii

Account manager

Tselmeg Bat-erdene