Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Almaty?

Flights from San Francisco to Almaty usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Almaty?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Almaty: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Almaty pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Almaty most commonly connect through: • Istanbul (IST) - 46% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 25% of one-stop connections • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 11% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from San Francisco to Almaty. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,153 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,808, a difference of $655. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Almaty takes 00m, covering 6,706 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 are flight prices from San Francisco to Almaty looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Almaty are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,630, which is 109% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Almaty?

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 33m, compared with 22h 05m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 22h 19m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Almaty?

Almaty is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco (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 San Francisco to Almaty flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Almaty range from $1,120 to $1,677, with an average of $1,288 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,120 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Almaty?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Almaty typically range from $1,120 to $1,677. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $971, on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Almaty?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Almaty. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Almaty?

China Eastern ($971) and Emirates ($1,112) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Almaty according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Almaty?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Almaty route. 46% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Almaty?

Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $754. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Almaty which airport offers the shortest layover?

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Almaty layovers at 11h 44m over the past 3 months.

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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Almaty with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

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Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 29

12:00 pm - 7:35 pmSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

42h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

9:50 pm - 3:08 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

29h 18m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$971China Eastern

Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 29

7:00 am - 7:35 pmSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

47h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

9:50 pm - 5:49 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

31h 59m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$1,051China Eastern

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 10

3:40 pm - 3:15 pmSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

34h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:15 pm - 1:35 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,112Emirates

Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Feb 5

3:40 pm - 3:15 pmSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

34h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:15 pm - 1:35 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,112Emirates

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 8

6:35 pm - 4:45 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

21h 10m1 stop Istanbul

9:50 am - 4:30 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

43h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$1,143Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Fri, Feb 5

6:35 pm - 4:45 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

21h 10m1 stop Istanbul

9:50 am - 4:30 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

43h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$1,173Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 7

3:00 pm - 1:30 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

21h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:40 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,202Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 8

3:00 pm - 1:30 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

21h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:40 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,202Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Apr 11

11:00 pm - 8:50 pmSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

33h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl

10:10 pm - 3:20 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

29h 10m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,263Asiana Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Thu, Feb 11

5:20 pm - 7:15 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

24h 55m2 stops Dublin Václav Havel Prague

9:50 pm - 9:45 amALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

24h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,288Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 11

5:00 pm - 4:05 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

23h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:15 pm - 1:35 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,108Emirates

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 11

5:00 pm - 4:05 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

23h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:15 pm - 1:35 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,174Emirates

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 10

6:45 pm - 3:25 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Istanbul

6:15 am - 4:30 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

23h 15m1 stop Istanbul

$1,212Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 11

6:45 pm - 7:50 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

25h 05m1 stop Istanbul

2:30 am - 4:30 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

27h 00m1 stop Istanbul

$1,212Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 9

5:00 pm - 4:05 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

23h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:15 pm - 1:35 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,225Emirates

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 10

6:45 pm - 7:55 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

25h 10m1 stop Istanbul

6:15 am - 4:30 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

23h 15m1 stop Istanbul

$1,236Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 11

7:27 am - 2:00 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

54h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:40 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,261Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 9

10:21 am - 2:00 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

51h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:40 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,261Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Nov 8

11:32 am - 2:00 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

50h 28m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:40 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,361Qatar Airways

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 9

8:47 am - 2:00 amSFO San Francisco-ALA Almaty

53h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:40 pmALA Almaty-SFO San Francisco

22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,361Qatar Airways

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Almaty? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Almaty departing in march.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Almaty?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Almaty. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Almaty?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Almaty:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Almaty?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Almaty takes 00m, covering 6,706 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Almaty flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Almaty range from $1,120 to $1,677, with an average of $1,288 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,120 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Almaty looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Almaty are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,630, which is 109% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Almaty?
Flights from San Francisco to Almaty usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Almaty pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Almaty most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 9% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Almaty?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from San Francisco to Almaty. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,153 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,808, a difference of $655.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Almaty?
Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 33m, compared with 22h 05m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 22h 19m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Almaty?
Almaty is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco (Alma-Ata Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,153, about $655 less than Saturday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Almaty trip for November. Fares historically average $805 round-trip in that month - typically $1,057 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Almaty Airport.

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