Air tickets Astana — Almaty

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Astana — Almaty flight schedule

More than 30 flights are operated daily on this route by 4 airlines — it is one of the most in-demand and frequent routes in Kazakhstan. Over a week, flights are made about 150 times.

The direct distance between the cities is 972 km, and the flight time ranges from 80 to 105 minutes depending on the chosen flight.

Ticket pricing is dynamic, so it is cheapest to book and buy Astana — Almaty tickets a few weeks before the specific chosen flight on our website or in the app.

The reason is that the cheapest tickets are usually snapped up the fastest. Tickets are more expensive on Friday evening and on weekends (during periods of high demand), so the best time to buy is on weekdays, in the morning or closer to noon.

How much does a flight from Astana to Almaty cost

There is no fixed price for the Astana — Almaty 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 the Astana — Almaty route

Flights on the route are offered by 4 airlines:

Air Astana;

FlyArystan;

SCAT;

Vietjet Qazaqstan.

How to get from Astana to Almaty: flight options

Direct flights: Air Astana, FlyArystan, SCAT, Vietjet Qazaqstan.

Connecting flights: With layovers in Taraz, Ust-Kamenogorsk, Shymkent, Aktau, Aktobe, Atyrau or Uralsk.

View return flights from Almaty to Astana

Comparison of options

The main advantage of direct flights is less time spent traveling. Connecting flights, despite the longer travel time, have their own upsides. You can visit another city and see its sights and beauty while waiting for your flight.

Almaty Airport

Almaty International Airport is located 15 km from the city center. It serves domestic and international passenger flights and also handles cargo aircraft. In June 2024, a 2nd terminal for international flights was opened at the airport, which will double the airport's capacity.

The airport has shops and restaurants, a post office and cafés, ATMs, a currency exchange, a pharmacy, and a room for mothers with children. There are also hostels, a VIP lounge and prayer rooms.

What to see in Almaty

In spring and summer you can visit the Big Almaty Lake or head to the famous Charyn Canyon. In winter you can visit the high-mountain Medeu ice rink or go skiing at the Shymbulak ski resort.

The city has a large number of theaters and many other cultural sites. You can stroll through the Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen or the First President's Park. The pedestrian streets Panfilov and Zhibek Zholy let you enjoy the beauty of the city during a leisurely walk.

There is something to see here both for fans of active recreation and for those who prefer a more relaxed pace. Read more about the most interesting locations in the city in our article.