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

Flights from Seattle to Almaty usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Almaty pass through?

One-stop flights from Seattle to Almaty most commonly connect through: • Istanbul (IST) - 67% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 24% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 9% of one-stop connections Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

On the Seattle to Almaty route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 17%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,086 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,303: a $217 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Seattle to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from Seattle to Almaty takes 0h 00m, covering 6,049 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle to Almaty looking right now?

One-way fares from Seattle to Almaty are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $488, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 13m, compared with 22h 00m via Istanbul (IST) and 23h 30m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

What is the time difference between Seattle and Almaty?

Almaty is 12 hours ahead of Seattle (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 Seattle to Almaty flight?

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Almaty range from $1,013 to $1,235, with an average of $1,111 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,013 counts as a good deal.

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

Qatar Airways ($937) and Turkish Airlines ($979) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Seattle to Almaty according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Seattle to Almaty?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular layover for the Seattle to Almaty route. 67% 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 Seattle to Almaty?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,139. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) had the shortest average connection time for Seattle to Almaty layovers at 678 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Almaty

Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 13

3:50 pm - 1:30 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 11:40 amALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$937Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

3:50 pm - 1:30 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 11:40 amALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$941Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

8:05 pm - 8:45 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

23h 40m1 stop Istanbul

9:50 am - 5:10 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

20h 20m1 stop Istanbul

$979Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

3:50 pm - 1:30 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 11:40 amALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$999Qatar Airways

Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 13

3:50 pm - 1:30 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 9:24 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

31h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco

$1,004Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

3:50 pm - 1:30 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 11:59 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

33h 59m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

$1,018Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

4:25 pm - 2:00 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

21h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 12:36 amALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

33h 06m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,018Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

5:00 am - 2:00 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

33h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 8:15 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 20

3:50 pm - 1:30 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 12:42 amALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

34h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,098Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

7:15 pm - 7:50 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

24h 35m1 stop Istanbul

1:45 am - 5:20 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$1,175Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 4

7:18 am - 1:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

54h 22m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 9:25 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

29h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco

$1,093Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 3

5:30 am - 1:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

32h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 12:20 amALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

32h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

$1,102Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4

7:18 am - 1:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

54h 22m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 7:56 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 26m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco

$1,132Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Oct 2

7:18 am - 1:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

54h 22m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 7:56 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 26m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco

$1,132Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

9:25 pm - 1:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

64h 15m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 am - 7:56 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 26m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco

$1,139Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 4

5:15 pm - 4:05 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

22h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:05 pm - 1:25 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

31h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,290Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4

5:15 pm - 4:05 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

22h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:05 pm - 1:25 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

31h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,290Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 4

7:15 pm - 7:55 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

24h 40m1 stop Istanbul

1:45 am - 5:20 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$1,581Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4

7:15 pm - 7:55 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

24h 40m1 stop Istanbul

1:45 am - 5:20 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$1,619Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4

10:42 am - 12:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ALA Almaty

25h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul

1:45 am - 5:20 pmALA Almaty-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$1,687Turkish Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Almaty flights

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

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Almaty start at $937. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,013 to $1,235. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $937 on Qatar Airways.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Almaty, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Almaty?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Almaty at $1,007 round-trip.
•January ($1,605) and June ($1,601) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	December
High season	September
Cheapest flight	$418

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Seattle to Almaty?
Flights from Seattle to Almaty usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Seattle to Almaty?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Almaty:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Almaty pass through?
One-stop flights from Seattle to Almaty most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 9% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Seattle to Almaty?
On the Seattle to Almaty route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 17%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,086 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,303: a $217 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Seattle to Almaty?
A nonstop flight from Seattle to Almaty takes 0h 00m, covering 6,049 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle to Almaty looking right now?
One-way fares from Seattle to Almaty are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $488, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Seattle to Almaty?
Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 13m, compared with 22h 00m via Istanbul (IST) and 23h 30m via Dubai Intl (DXB).
What is the time difference between Seattle and Almaty?
Almaty is 12 hours ahead of Seattle (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 Seattle to Almaty flight?
Round-trip flights from Seattle to Almaty range from $1,013 to $1,235, with an average of $1,111 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,013 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,086 - about $217 less than Friday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Almaty trip for October. Fares historically average $1,007 round-trip in that month - typically $598 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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.
- Aksunkar Hotel

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