3,730 km · 5h 45m
ALAAlmaty
ISTIstanbul
Cheap Flights from Almaty to Istanbul
Almaty to Istanbul is about 3,730 km, roughly 5h 45m in the air. Airlines on this route include Air Astana, Turkish Airlines, SCAT Airlines. Aviasales travellers recently found fares from GBP 102 for Nov 2026 departures (as of 31 Oct 2026); check the live price before you book.
From GBP 102 · as of 31 Oct 2026
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Flight time
5h 45m
Distance
3,730 km
Airlines
Air Astana (KC), Turkish Airlines (TK), SCAT Airlines (DV)
Typically served — verify with the airline.
Carriers seen in a sample search — verify availability
Air China (CA), Azerbaijan Airlines (J2), Hahn Air (HR), Pegasus Airlines (PC), Qatar Airways (QR), Turkish Airlines (TK), Uzbekistan Airways
Nonstop options were found in this sample search.
Lowest fares found for Nov 2026
GBP 102.00
Range found: GBP 102.00–151.00
Cheapest fares Aviasales travellers found in recent searches, as of 31 Oct 2026 · not a live quote · in GBP
Almaty and Istanbul are linked by convenient non-stop flights that cover roughly 3,730 km in about 5 hours and 45 minutes. Air Astana, Turkish Airlines and SCAT Airlines all operate direct services on this route. Use the search above to compare dates and airlines and find the best deal for your trip.
Best time to book
On this route, booking roughly 3–7 weeks ahead has typically offered the best fares.
- Cheaper months (illustrative)
- Apr, May
- Pricier months (illustrative)
- Jan, Dec
Illustrative guidance, not a live fare quote
Price trend
| Best time to book | From |
|---|---|
| Nov | GBP 102 |
| Dec | GBP 98 |
| Jan | GBP 78 |
| Feb | GBP 78 |
| Mar | GBP 79 |
| Apr | GBP 79 |
| May | GBP 125 |
| Jun | GBP 126 |
| Jul | GBP 79 |
| Aug | GBP 79 |
| Sep | GBP 78 |
Cheapest fare per departure month found by Aviasales travellers, as of 31 Oct 2026 · in GBP · not a live quote
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Good to know
- Book two to six weeks ahead and consider midweek departures to find a lower fare.
- Compare Air Astana, Turkish Airlines and SCAT Airlines directly — non-stop times are similar, but prices and baggage rules differ.
- Istanbul Airport (IST) is large, so allow extra time for connections and check visa and entry requirements for Turkey before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Almaty to Istanbul?
Non-stop flights from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST) take about 5 hours and 45 minutes, covering a great-circle distance of roughly 3,730 km.
Which airlines fly non-stop between Almaty and Istanbul?
Air Astana, Turkish Airlines and SCAT Airlines operate direct flights on this route. Schedules and availability vary by season, so it pays to compare all three when booking.
When is the best time to book this route?
Fares are usually lowest when you book a few weeks ahead and avoid the peak summer and holiday periods. Setting up a price alert helps you catch the lower fares.
Airports on this route
Airlines on this route
Typically served — verify with the airline.