Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Almaty?

Flights from Sacramento to Almaty usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Almaty?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Sacramento to Almaty route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,386 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,878, a difference of $492. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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.

Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $1,307 to $3,207. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Sacramento and Almaty?

Almaty is 12 hours ahead of Sacramento (Alma-Ata Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Almaty flight?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Almaty range from $1,386 to $1,878, with an average of $1,473 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,386 counts as a good deal.

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Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15

6:00 am - 2:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

32h 00m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 9:54 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

30h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,307Qatar Airways

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25

7:00 am - 1:30 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

29h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 7:49 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

29h 49m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,314Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17

8:03 am - 1:40 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

29h 37m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:10 am - 11:34 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

32h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,335Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 16

8:03 am - 1:40 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

29h 37m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:10 am - 11:34 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

56h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,347Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

1:10 pm - 2:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

24h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 9:54 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

30h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,352Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 16

12:25 pm - 3:25 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

27h 00m3 stops Portland Denver Intl Istanbul

8:50 am - 11:51 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

27h 01m2 stops Istanbul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,692Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 15

11:41 am - 1:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

25h 34m3 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

1:05 am - 5:46 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

28h 41m3 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles

$1,932Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15

2:00 pm - 1:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

47h 15m3 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

1:05 am - 10:46 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

33h 41m3 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,959Lufthansa

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17

11:07 pm - 11:05 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

35h 58m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Frankfurt am Main

1:15 am - 8:31 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

31h 16m3 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles

$1,964Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17

7:45 am - 1:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ALA Almaty

29h 30m3 stops Los Angeles Frankfurt am Main Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

1:15 am - 6:20 pmALA Almaty-SMF Sacramento Intl

29h 05m3 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Frankfurt am Main San Francisco

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Almaty?

Qatar Airways ($1,307) and Lufthansa ($1,932) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Almaty according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Almaty?
Flights from Sacramento to Almaty usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Almaty?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Sacramento to Almaty route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,386 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,878, a difference of $492. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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.
Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $1,307 to $3,207. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Sacramento and Almaty?
Almaty is 12 hours ahead of Sacramento (Alma-Ata Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Almaty flight?
Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Almaty range from $1,386 to $1,878, with an average of $1,473 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,386 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,386 - about $492 less than Thursday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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