Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Aktau International Airport (SCO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Aktau is UTC+5, which is one hour behind Almaty.
Flights from ALA to SCO start at 00:30 — the first with SCAT Airlines. The last departure is at 21:10 with Air Astana. In total, there are 45 weekly Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport flights.
Your ALA to SCO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SCAT Airlines offers direct flights from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Aktau — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with SCAT Airlines on this route.
SCAT Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates ALA to SCO flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ALA and SCO:
Shymkent Airport
Atyrau Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Aktau International Airport (SCO)
At the moment, $52 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $128. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALA to SCO, reserve your trip ten months before your departure.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Of the departures from Almaty Airport, 61.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Almaty Airport is about 24 kilometers from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ALA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Aktau International Airport (SCO)
After your Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport flight has arrived, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Aktau Airport Hotel is a good option within easy reach of SCO.
Getting from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to central Aktau
Aktau International Airport is roughly 27 kilometers from the center of Aktau. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Aktau International Airport (SCO)
June is the most popular month for flights from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Aktau in February.
The warmest month in Aktau is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Almaty Airport to Aktau International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALA to SCO in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've seen Aktau, now it's time to explore more of Kazakhstan. Journey about 386 kilometers north to Atyrau to tick off its top attractions. From Isatay and Makhambet Square to Imangali Mosque and Park Almagul, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Qulsary is another well-known destination in Kazakhstan and is around 434 kilometers north-east of Aktau. No journey is complete without a visit to Truba Nachalo, Park Vokzal and Stolovaya Gostinitsa Biseken.