Air tickets New York — Almaty

Freedom Travel helps you find air tickets from New York to Almaty: compare flights from different airlines, pick the dates and departure times that suit you, and pay for your order online by card.

Here you will find the distance and flight time, the list of airlines, connection options, visa requirements, a description of the arrival airport and a selection of places worth visiting.

General information about flights between New York and Almaty

The direct-line distance between New York and Almaty is about 10229 km. There are no non-stop flights on this route: the journey involves one or more connections and takes from ~17 h 25 min including the transfer; Almaty is 9 hours ahead in summer and 10 hours ahead in winter (Kazakhstan does not observe daylight saving time). Citizens of Kazakhstan need no visa to enter the country. Foreign travellers should check the entry rules: nationals of the EU, the USA, Canada, China, the UK and a number of other countries may stay in Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 30 days. Check the current requirements before you travel. Demand is seasonal, and the most convenient connections sell out first.

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New York — Almaty flight schedule

There are no non-stop flights between New York and Almaty. The journey is built from several legs — most often with a connection in Istanbul — and the total travel time starts at ~17 h 25 min, depending on the layover.

The number of flights and the quality of connections change by season and day of the week. Freedom Travel search will show the options actually available for your dates.

How much does a flight from New York to Almaty cost

There is no single price for this direction: the fare depends on the carrier, how long before departure you buy, the season and the connection you choose. Compare current offers in Freedom Travel search — the total is shown with all fees and card payment is available online.

Which airlines fly the New York — Almaty route

• Turkish Airlines — operates both legs: New York — Istanbul and Istanbul — Almaty
• Air Astana — operates the second leg, Istanbul — Almaty

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How to get from New York to Almaty: your flight options

There is no non-stop New York — Almaty flight, so the itinerary is built through a transfer airport.

The most common option is a connection in Istanbul: the first leg is flown by carriers operating out of New York, the second by airlines serving Almaty. Total journey time starts at ~17 h 25 min.

When choosing a connection, look beyond the fare at the layover length and the transfer airport. Always check whether a transit visa is required in the country where you change planes.

Find return flights from Almaty to New York

Almaty airport

Almaty International Airport (ALA) is located about 15 km north of the city centre. Onward transport to the city: City buses and taxis run to the centre.

What to see in Almaty

Kazakhstan's largest city and former capital, spread out at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains — the country's cultural, business and tourist centre.

• Medeu high-altitude skating rink — A famous sports complex in the mountains above the city
• Shymbulak ski resort — A popular resort next to Medeu
• Kok-Tobe — A hill with a viewing platform and TV tower, reached by cable car
• Park of the 28 Panfilov Guardsmen — The central park, with a war memorial
• Ascension Cathedral — An all-wooden Orthodox cathedral from the early 20th century
• Central State Museum of Kazakhstan — The country's largest museum

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