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Flight schedule Almaty — Zhezkazgan
Flight frequency: 7-10 departures per week, there are direct departures as well as routes with a connection. In the high season (summer and December) offers appear more often, in the low season (February, March, November) the schedule may be reduced. The most convenient way to check current dates and seat availability is in the Freedom Travel app.
The distance between Almaty and Zhezkazgan by plane is about 871 km.
Travel time: a direct flight lasts 1 hour 20 minutes; with a connection the trip takes from 10 to 16 hours depending on the connection time.
The best time to book: you can buy the cheapest tickets from Almaty to Zhezkazgan 30–35 days before departure — during this period promotions appear more often and prices are lower, and the choice of seats is wider.
How much does a flight from Almaty to Zhezkazgan cost
There is no fixed price for the Almaty — Zhezkazgan flight: it depends on the departure date, the airline, the season, whether the itinerary has connections and how far ahead you book. Current fares for your dates are in Freedom Travel search, where the total including fees is shown up front and you can pay by card online.
Which airlines fly on the Almaty — Zhezkazgan route
- SCAT Airlines — the main carrier on the route with direct flights.
- Vietjet Qazaqstan — connecting options via major hubs (most often Astana; other cities are also possible depending on the schedule).
How to get from Almaty to Zhezkazgan: flight options
Direct flights: the fastest way — non-stop with the airline SCAT, flight time ~1 hour 25 minutes (subject to dates in the schedule).
Connecting flights: with a connection in Astana, less often via Karaganda or Shymkent; total travel time 10–16 hours.
Comparison of options: a direct flight saves time and energy; routes with a connection can be cheaper and give more flexibility in dates/times.
Zhezkazgan Airport
Zhezkazgan Airport (DZN) — a compact regional airport located within 10–15 km of the center. In the terminal there are waiting areas, ticket offices/check-in desks, a cafe, ATMs, taxis. To the city by taxi ~15–25 minutes or by shuttle transport.
About the city
Zhezkazgan is the administrative center of the Ulytau region, a city of metallurgists in the center of Saryarka. The average temperature in summer is +24…+26 °C, in winter −14…−16 °C. A compact center, spacious avenues and the proximity of steppe landscapes make it a convenient base for weekend trips.
What to see in Zhezkazgan
- Independence Square and the central avenues — for a walk and getting to know the city.
- The Museum of History and Local Lore — expositions about the development of the Zhezkazgan copper deposit and the life of the region.
- City squares and embankments — quiet routes for evening walks.
- Trips to Ulytau: the mausoleum of Jochi Khan, Dombauyl, sacred sites and viewpoints — popular destinations for 1–2 days.
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