Travelling from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport takes an average of 2 hours 59 minutes. The timezone in Almaty is UTC+6, making it 1 hour ahead of Aktau.
Every week, there are 46 flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you prefer to get going early, opt for the 00:30 SCAT Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from SCO to ALA is 23:00 with Air Astana.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Visiting Almaty (and discovering more of Kazakhstan!) is easy with Air Astana. This popular airline has direct flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SCO and ALA are:
Atyrau Airport
Shymkent Airport
Aktyubinsk Airport
When flying domestically within Kazakhstan, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring another kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from SCO to ALA, make sure your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport is P2,556. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P7,720. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SCO to ALA.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Aktau International Airport (SCO)
Central Aktau to Aktau International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 31 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport? Check out Aktau Airport Hotel. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to SCO.
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're on a late flight from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ALA:
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Almaty. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 37 minutes.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Almaty in February.
When booking your flight from Aktau International Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with the temperature ranging from 12 ºC to 32 ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCO to ALA in January. Temperatures average between -16 ºC and 3 ºC then.
More about Almaty
Start your Almaty trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. After booking your flight from SCO to ALA, browse our hotel options including:
First President's Park and Ascension Cathedral are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Almaty must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Central Park.
Complete your Almaty trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Almaty Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Almaty trip.