Air tickets Kuala Lumpur — Aktau

Heading from Kuala Lumpur to Aktau? On the Freedom Travel website and app you can find the available itineraries, compare them by price and travel time, reserve a seat and pay for the ticket online by card.

This page covers the practical side of the route: the distance and approximate journey length, the time difference, the airlines and convenient transfer airports, what the fare depends on, the arrival airport and what to see in Aktau.

General information about flights between Kuala Lumpur and Aktau

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Aktau is about 6,740 km. There is no direct service between the cities: the trip is flown with a connection and takes from around 14 hours, while flying time on a direct line would be about 9 hours. The time difference is 3 hours, with Aktau behind Kuala Lumpur. Many foreign nationals may enter Kazakhstan visa-free; the conditions depend on your citizenship, so check them before you travel. The route appeals both to business travellers in the Caspian oil and gas sector and to visitors drawn by the Caspian Sea and the mountains of Mangystau.

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Kuala Lumpur — Aktau flight schedule

There are no non-stop flights in the timetable, so the trip is made up of two legs. The first is Kuala Lumpur to Almaty, operated by AirAsia X several times a week. The second is Almaty to Aktau, a daily flight of about 2 hours 50 minutes.

There is also a Dubai option: FlyArystan flies from Dubai to Aktau. Departure frequency and layover lengths change with the season, so it is easier to check the schedule for specific dates in the Freedom Travel search. Fares are dynamic: the price depends on the day of departure and how far ahead you book.

How much does a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Aktau cost

The final price depends on the departure date, the airline and connection pattern, the season, the cabin class and how many days in advance you buy. We do not publish fixed figures because fares are updated daily: the Freedom Travel search shows the exact amount with all fees, and payment is made online by card.

Which airlines fly the Kuala Lumpur — Aktau route

• AirAsia X — connecting flights (the Kuala Lumpur to Almaty leg)
• Air Astana — connecting flights (the Almaty to Aktau leg)
• FlyArystan — connecting flights (the Almaty and Dubai legs into Aktau)
• SCAT — connecting flights (the Almaty to Aktau leg)
• Pegasus — connecting flights (via Istanbul)

Carrier combinations on the route are refreshed from time to time, so it is always worth checking the full list of available options for your date in the Freedom Travel search.

How to get from Kuala Lumpur to Aktau: your flight options

No non-stop flight exists between Kuala Lumpur and Aktau: Aktau has no direct service to South-East Asia.

The main option is a single connection in Almaty, from where Air Astana, FlyArystan and SCAT fly to Aktau. A convenient alternative can be a transfer in Dubai followed by a FlyArystan flight, or a connection in Istanbul, from where Pegasus serves Aktau.

When choosing, compare not only the fare but also the layover length, the transfer airport and the baggage rules: the Almaty routing is usually shorter in total time, while Middle Eastern connections can sometimes offer a better fare. If the legs are issued as separate bookings, you will need to collect and re-check your luggage. Also check whether you need a transit visa in the connecting country.

Find return flights from Aktau to Kuala Lumpur

Aktau airport

Flights arrive at Aktau International Airport (SCO), about 25 km north of the city centre. Taxis and buses run into town and the drive takes roughly half an hour.

What to see in Aktau

Aktau is the only seaside city in Kazakhstan, standing on the shore of the Caspian Sea. It is known for its unusual layout, where addresses are made up of microdistrict numbers.

• Caspian Sea promenade — the main place for a walk and a rest by the water
• City beaches — swimming spots along the Caspian shore
• Lighthouse on the promenade — one of the recognisable symbols of the city
• Mangystau Regional Museum of History and Local Lore — exhibits on the history, nature and archaeology of Mangystau
• Mangystau Regional Mosque — the main mosque of the city and the region
• Monument to Taras Shevchenko — one of the best-known monuments in the city

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