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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Aktau to Almaty flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Aktau to Almaty: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Aktau to Almaty below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Almaty.

Aktau to Almaty: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs13,860
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineFlyArystan
Average flights per week30

Finding cheap flights from Aktau to Almaty: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Aktau to Almaty is Rs33,833. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Aktau to Almaty.
FlyArystan, World Ticket Ltd and Scat Airlines fly direct from Aktau to Almaty.
As of May 2025, there are 30 flights per week flying from Aktau to Almaty.
The cheapest month to fly from Aktau to Almaty is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Aktau Airport to Almaty Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Almaty but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Almaty is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, FlyArystan and Scat Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Almaty.

Flying from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport is 3 hours.

  • Almaty is one hour ahead of Aktau and is in the UTC+6 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 46 Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, pick the 00:50 Air Astana flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:00 with Air Astana.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your SCO to ALA flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • SCAT Airlines offers direct flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Almaty — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if you have time.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is SCAT Airlines.

  • Among carriers operating SCO to ALA flights, Air Astana has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport. These are the top stopovers between SCO and ALA:

    • Atyrau Airport

    • Shymkent Airport

    • Aktyubinsk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport flight is Rs13,860. A return ticket is currently Rs33,833. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SCO to ALA, reserve your journey ten months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SCO to ALA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Aktau International Airport (SCO)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Aktau International Airport, 71.77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Aktau International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Aktau. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Need a place to stay before your flight from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport? Consider Aktau Airport Hotel. Catch some z's here before making your way to SCO.

Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:

  • Pick up an Almaty Airport rental car and discover Almaty and beyond with your own wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Almaty Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty

  • Almaty Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Almaty. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Almaty in February.

  • The warmest month in Almaty is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCO to ALA in January. Temperatures average between -16ºC and 3ºC then.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • Sarkand is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Almaty. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.

  • Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.

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