On this page, you can find and book flight tickets for the Istanbul — Almaty route. The distance between the cities is 3,914 km, and there are approximately 48 flights operated weekly in this direction.
Flights are provided by airlines such as Air Astana, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the calendar and price chart to find the best deals. Information is also available on how to get to Istanbul airport and from Almaty airport after landing.
The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Almaty on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Air Astana, Pegasus Airlines and RH. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airports, arrivals at Almaty Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Almaty by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 437 in n, and the most expensive are around AED 1,079 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Istanbul → Almaty, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 699 | low | May | AED 885 | medium | Sep | AED 862 | medium |
| Feb | AED 722 | low | Jun | AED 1,025 | high | Oct | AED 792 | low |
| Mar | AED 838 | medium | Jul | AED 1,071 | high | Nov | AED 745 | low |
| Apr | AED 862 | medium | Aug | AED 1,048 | high | Dec | AED 978 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with an average temperature of +26.5°C. The coldest period occurs in January, when temperatures drop to -11.6°C, while the peak of precipitation and cloudiness is observed in May and June.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in February — from AED 428, and January — from AED 450. The most expensive time to fly from Istanbul is April and May, when ticket costs increase and start from AED 962.
September is the best time for a trip: the weather is comfortable, and flight prices start from AED 516. We recommend avoiding flights in late spring if your goal is to save as much as possible on your ticket purchase.
There are 7 airlines operating on the flight route between Istanbul and Almaty, the primary ones being Turkish Airlines and Air Astana. A total of approximately 48 flights per week are operated, including regular direct flights and connecting services. To explore the detailed schedule for specific days and choose the most suitable carrier, please refer to the interactive list below.
Flights Istanbul — Almaty depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Almaty Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate direct flight time for a distance of 3,914 km is about 5 hours 30 minutes. Travel time may vary depending on the airline and weather conditions.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Air Astana, Pegasus Airlines, and other carriers. In total, 7 airlines are represented on this route.
Yes, there is frequent direct air service between the cities. About 48 flights are operated weekly, most of which are non-stop.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and the season. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low price calendar on our page.
All international flights from Istanbul arrive at Almaty International Airport (ALA).
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