If you need air tickets from Urzhar to Uralsk, the Freedom Travel website and app let you find a suitable itinerary, compare airline offers, book a seat and pay for the ticket online by bank card.
This page brings together the key information about the route: the distance and approximate travel time, which airlines operate the flights, which cities are the most convenient for a connection, what the ticket price depends on, and also what to see in Uralsk and how to get from the airport into the city.
General information about flights between Urzhar and Uralsk
The straight-line distance between Urzhar and Uralsk is about 2,220 kilometres: this is a flight from the east of Kazakhstan to the far west of the country. There are no scheduled non-stop flights between the cities, so the route is flown with a connection and takes from six hours including the layover. Both cities are in Kazakhstan and share the same time zone, so there is no time difference. No visa is required: this is a domestic flight within Kazakhstan. The route is mostly chosen for work and family trips between opposite ends of the country.
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Flight schedule Urzhar — Uralsk
There are no non-stop flights on this route, so the schedule is made up of two flights with a connection in Astana or Almaty. The Urzhar — Astana leg takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and the Astana — Uralsk leg roughly 2 hours 20 minutes. The routing via Almaty is longer: the Almaty — Uralsk flight takes about 3 hours.
The number of flights and departure days change with the season and with airline decisions, so it is easiest to check the current schedule for your date in the Freedom Travel search. Prices are dynamic and depend on demand for the specific dates.
How much does a flight from Urzhar to Uralsk cost
The fare depends on the departure date, the airline, the season and how far in advance you buy the ticket. On long connecting routes the price also depends on the connection city and the length of the layover. The Freedom Travel search shows the current price for your dates: all fees are already included in the final amount, and you can pay online by bank card.
Which airlines fly the Urzhar — Uralsk route
- Vietjet Qazaqstan — connecting flights (via Astana)
- SCAT Airlines — connecting flights (via Almaty)
- Air Astana — connecting flights (via Astana or Almaty)
- FlyArystan — connecting flights (via Astana or Almaty)
The list of carriers and the available connections can change, so check the full list of airlines for your specific date in the Freedom Travel search.
How to get from Urzhar to Uralsk: travel options
There are no non-stop flights between Urzhar and Uralsk: Urzhar airport has regular service to Astana and Almaty, while Uralsk receives flights from both of the country main aviation hubs.
The main option is a single connection in Astana, which gives the shorter overall travel time. The alternative is a layover in Almaty, which sometimes fits the departure times from Urzhar better.
When comparing itineraries, pay attention to the total travel time and the length of the layover: on long routes the difference between options can reach several hours. The Freedom Travel search shows both the travel time and the baggage terms.
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Uralsk airport
Flights are handled by Uralsk (Podstepny) Airport, code URA. It lies about 15 km south-east of the city centre, and you can reach the city by taxi or by bus.
What to see in Uralsk
Uralsk is an old city in western Kazakhstan on the Ural River, with a rich Cossack and merchant history. It is one of the oldest cities in the country, and its centre has kept much of its 19th-century architecture.
- Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (the Golden Church) — one of the symbols of the city
- Yemelyan Pugachev House Museum — a museum linked to the history of the uprising
- The Old Town — the historic quarter with 19th-century merchant mansions
- Ural River embankment — a favourite place for a walk in the city
- St Michael the Archangel Cathedral — the oldest building in the city, founded in 1741
- West Kazakhstan Regional Museum of History and Local Lore — one of the oldest museums in Kazakhstan, founded in 1836
If a trip to Uralsk is already on your plans, start with the Freedom Travel search: compare the connecting options, choose a convenient departure time and book your ticket online.