How long is the flight on the Almaty — Aktau route?

The approximate journey time on the Almaty — Aktau route is ~2 h 40 min. The exact duration depends on the airline, the aircraft type and whether the itinerary has connections.

What is the distance on the Almaty — Aktau route?

The straight-line distance between the cities is about 2 075 km.

How often do flights operate on the Almaty — Aktau route?

According to our data, the route is served by 10+ flights per week. Schedules change by season — check exact dates and times in Freedom Travel search.

Which airlines fly the Almaty — Aktau route?

Flights on the Almaty — Aktau route are operated by several airlines. You can see the current list of carriers for your dates in Freedom Travel search.

How much does a ticket on the Almaty — Aktau route cost?

The price of the Almaty — Aktau flight depends on the departure date, the airline, the season and how far ahead you book. Check current fares for your dates in Freedom Travel search — the total is shown with all fees included and you can pay by card online.

Air tickets Almaty — Aktau

Prices for the nearest dates

Gathered tickets with best prices by route Almaty — Aktau

Airlines flying this route

SCAT Direct flight from 38 089 ₸
FlyArystan Direct flight from 39 373 ₸
Air Astana Direct flight from 48 272 ₸

Departure and arrival airports

Almaty ALA

Main airport of Almaty
Operates around the clock
2 passenger terminals
Over 11 million passengers a year

Aktau SCO

Main airport of Aktau
Operates around the clock
One passenger terminal
Over 1 million passengers a year

Documents for the flight

No visa required

Domestic flight within Kazakhstan

Identity document

Required at check-in

Other flights from Almaty

All destinations from Almaty

Other flights to Aktau

All flights to Aktau

About the Almaty — Aktau flight

Distance between cities 2 075 km
Average flight time ~2 h 40 min
Flight count in a week 10+

Route highlights

Direct flights
Average flight time ~2 h 40 min
Distance ~2075 km

Best time to travel

Late autumn and winter (except the New Year holidays)
Lower demand — lower prices
Flexible dates on weekdays

Traveler tips

Book 2–3 months in advance
Compare prices by month in the calendar
Fly on weekdays (Tue, Wed)

Questions and answers

The approximate journey time on the Almaty — Aktau route is ~2 h 40 min. The exact duration depends on the airline, the aircraft type and whether the itinerary has connections.
The straight-line distance between the cities is about 2 075 km.
According to our data, the route is served by 10+ flights per week. Schedules change by season — check exact dates and times in Freedom Travel search.
Flights on the Almaty — Aktau route are operated by several airlines. You can see the current list of carriers for your dates in Freedom Travel search.
The price of the Almaty — Aktau flight depends on the departure date, the airline, the season and how far ahead you book. Check current fares for your dates in Freedom Travel search — the total is shown with all fees included and you can pay by card online.

A flight from Almaty to Aktau is the fastest and most comfortable way to reach this seaside city. Aktau International Airport receives both domestic flights and international flights of the world's largest airlines. Travel time by plane is 3 hours on direct flights. The Freedom Travel flight arrangement service will help you find and book tickets from Almaty to Aktau for any flights and dates.

How to buy a plane ticket Almaty – Aktau

On the Freedom Travel website and app you can find and buy tickets for a flight from Almaty to Aktau on the date you need, and save money at the same time. To buy air tickets cheaply:

Choose connecting flights;
Travel with carry-on luggage;
Book plane tickets several weeks before the planned trip;
Plan your trip to Aktau in the middle of the week and during the season of low flight demand;
Track the price of air tickets for nearby dates.

Our service offers a convenient ticket search system – advantageous options appear first in the search results.

Direct flights or with a connection: what to choose

Choose a direct flight from Almaty if you:

Are flying with small children;
Are traveling for work purposes;
Want to reach Aktau by plane as quickly as possible;
Have an unlimited travel budget.

Connecting flights can be longer and more tiring, but flights with connections often cost less than direct flights. If you are not limited in time, then the Almaty – Aktau flight with a connection can become the optimal choice, especially when there are no direct flights from Almaty on the date you need.

Which airlines fly from Almaty to Aktau?

Flights to Aktau are operated by the airlines SCAT and Air Astana; the density of flights in the carriers' schedules increases on Friday, Saturday and Monday.

Are low-cost airlines available on Almaty - Aktau?

Cheap tickets on this route are offered by the low-cost airline FlyArystan: tickets for this company's flights are often 50% cheaper than those of other carriers. The low-cost airline's planes are comfortable and safe; the restrictions concern only the weight of the baggage.

About the city of Aktau

Regardless of the purpose of your trip, you will have a wonderful time in Aktau. The city is located on the shore of the Caspian Sea and is the only sea port of Kazakhstan. A beach stretches along the sea coast, and several modern recreation centers have been built in the city.

Tourists can visit the Mangyshlak Botanical Garden and the cliffside walking trail opened in 2018. Aktau has night clubs, cafes, restaurants, shopping centers and theaters.

Updated: 05.11.2026