Air tickets Tehran — Almaty

Planning a trip from Tehran to Almaty? On Freedom Travel you can easily find Tehran — Almaty air tickets, compare options from different airlines and book — in the mobile app and on the website. There are no direct flights on this route, and flexible filters help you pick a convenient option by time and price.

Below you will find useful information about the route: how long the flight is, which airlines operate it, when it is cheaper to buy tickets, and a short overview of the arrival airport and of Almaty itself.

General information about flights between Tehran and Almaty

The distance between Tehran and Almaty is about 2450 km. There are no nonstop flights between the cities, so the journey is made with a connection. The time difference is 1 hour 30 minutes: local time in Almaty is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.

Departures are from Imam Khomeini International Airport in Tehran, with arrival at Almaty International Airport. 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 visa-free for up to 30 days. Check the current requirements before you travel. The route is popular for business trips, visiting family and tourism.

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Tehran — Almaty flight schedule

There are no direct flights on the route — it is flown with a connection. Check the exact departure days and seat availability for your date in Freedom Travel search.

Ticket prices depend on demand, departure date and how full the flight is. As a rule, it is cheaper to buy in advance and choose dates outside peak demand. The low-price calendar on Freedom Travel helps you pick good-value dates.

How much does a flight from Tehran to Almaty cost

The fare depends on several factors: the date and time of departure, the season and demand, how far in advance you buy, as well as the chosen fare type and airline. In the low season and with early booking tickets are usually cheaper, while during holidays and high demand they are more expensive. You can check current prices and the best dates in Freedom Travel search and the low-price calendar.

The most affordable fares may have restrictions on refunds, changes, baggage or seat selection — the conditions of each fare are always shown at checkout.

Which airlines fly the Tehran — Almaty route

• Air Astana, Turkish Airlines and SCAT Airlines — the Istanbul — Almaty leg; Iranian and Turkish carriers fly from Tehran to Istanbul.

How to get from Tehran to Almaty: travel options

No nonstop service. There are no nonstop flights between Tehran and Almaty in the timetable, so the route is flown with a connection.

Connecting flights. The most convenient routing is a connection in Istanbul: Iranian and Turkish carriers fly from Tehran to Istanbul, and Air Astana, Turkish Airlines and SCAT Airlines operate the Istanbul — Almaty leg.

Comparing the options. Routings differ in journey time, fare and connection length; when planning a stopover, allow for the connection time in advance.

Planning the return trip? Find return flights Almaty — Tehran in Freedom Travel search.

Almaty airport

Almaty is served by Almaty International Airport (code ALA). It is located about 15 km north of the city centre. City buses and taxis run to the centre.

What to see in Almaty

Almaty is the largest city in Kazakhstan and its former capital, set at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains. It is the country's cultural, business and tourism centre.

• Medeu skating rink — a famous high-altitude 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.

It is convenient to plan a trip from Tehran to Almaty in advance: compare direct and connecting flights, choose a suitable date and airline. Freedom Travel will help you quickly find tickets and buy them at a good price — on the website and in the app.