Flying from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Aktau Airport (SCO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport.
Atyrau and Aktau are in the same timezone, UTC+5.
There are 14 Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport flights every week.
To ensure you get on your GUW to SCO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport. These are the top stopovers between GUW and SCO:
Almaty Airport
Aktobe Airport
Uralsk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Aktau Airport (SCO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport flight is Rs9,223. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs17,174. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from GUW to SCO, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from GUW to SCO.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport.
Handy information about Atyrau Airport (GUW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Atyrau Airport, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Atyrau to Atyrau Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to GUW? If you're boarding an early flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Aktau Airport (SCO)
After your Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport flight has arrived, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Aktau Airport Hotel is a great option within easy reach of SCO.
Getting from Aktau Airport (SCO) to central Aktau
Aktau Airport to the centre of Aktau has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Aktau Airport (SCO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Aktau in November.
Before locking in your flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Aktau, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GUW to SCO in February. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Atyrau is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Aktau. Around 386 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Regional Art Museum, Imangali Mosque and Kurmangazy Square.
