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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $399-$532
Air Astana
Tue 12/4Mon 12/10
IST - ALA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$346
Typical prices: $397-$532
Air Astana
Tue 12/4Mon 12/10
IST - ALA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and Air Astana. Average duration is 5h 27m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 19% price drop
August
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Shimkent (CIT)
Cheapest • Avg $455 (round-trip)
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl (NQZ)
Shortest trip • 9h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Almaty (IST-ALA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Almaty

Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Air Astana Logo
10:20 pm - 5:50 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 30mnonstop
Air Astana Logo
11:05 pm - 9:30 amALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
12h 25m1 stop Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl
$339Air Astana
Mon, Nov 30 - Fri, Dec 4
Air Astana Logo
10:20 pm - 5:50 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 30mnonstop
Air Astana Logo
11:05 pm - 9:25 pmALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
24h 20m1 stop Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl
$344Air Astana
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 6:45 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
12h 45m1 stop Ankara Esenboga
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 9:40 amALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
24h 25m1 stop Shimkent
$344Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3
Air Astana Logo
10:20 pm - 5:50 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 30mnonstop
Air Astana Logo
11:05 pm - 9:30 amALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
12h 25m1 stop Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl
$344Air Astana
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Air Astana Logo
10:20 pm - 5:50 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 30mnonstop
Air Astana Logo
7:00 am - 11:20 amALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
6h 20mnonstop
$346Air Astana
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
SCAT Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 3:05 pmIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
17h 00m1 stop Shimkent
SCAT Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 6:40 pmALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
28h 35m1 stop Shimkent
$369SCAT Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
SCAT Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 10:15 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
12h 10m1 stop Shimkent
SCAT Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 6:40 pmALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
28h 35m1 stop Shimkent
$371SCAT Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:15 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 15mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:25 am - 5:45 amALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
6h 20mnonstop
$395Turkish Airlines
Mon, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 3:30 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 1:30 pmALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
6h 25mnonstop
$415Turkish Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:20 am - 8:45 amIST  Istanbul-ALA Almaty
5h 25mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 2:20 pmALA  Almaty-IST Istanbul
6h 30mnonstop
$417Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty typically range from $399 to $532. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on Air Astana.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Almaty. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Almaty at $368 round-trip.
•June ($624) and September ($532) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$145
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Almaty

When to book flights from Istanbul to Almaty

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Almaty based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Almaty flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Istanbul Airport to Almaty:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:20 am and lands at 6:47 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:20 pm and lands at 3:47 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 27m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Almaty takes about 5h 27m, covering 2,435 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Almaty flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty range from $399 to $532, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $455 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $454 round-trip and layover options via Shimkent (CIT) at $455.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Astana and Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Almaty spread across the day?

    Night is most often the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. The rest depart in the evening.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Almaty changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $339 to $2,845. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Almaty looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Almaty are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $213, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Almaty route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 27m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty most commonly connect through:

    • Shimkent (CIT) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl (NQZ) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Tashkent Vostochny (TAS) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $419 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $509, a difference of $90.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Only Turkish Airlines and Air Astana currently operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Almaty on a regular basis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul Airport to Almaty?

    Flying via Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl (NQZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 17m, compared with 9h 37m via Tashkent Vostochny (TAS) and 14h 47m via Shimkent (CIT).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Almaty?

    Almaty is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (Alma-Ata Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer free seat selection. Seat selection is typically fee-based on this route, with availability depending on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Astana: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Almaty flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $419, about $90 less than Thursday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Almaty trip for April. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $256 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Turkish Airlines. Over the past three months, 84% of Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Almaty arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 27m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Almaty Airport.

    • Aksunkar Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Almaty?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Almaty Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Almaty

Monday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Almaty to Istanbul

Monday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

Air Astana,Turkish Airlines

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