Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Aktobe Airport (AKX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Aktobe's timezone is UTC+5, which is the same as Almaty.
Every week, there are 24 Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, go for the 05:40 SCAT Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:10 with Air Astana.
To ensure you catch your ALA to AKX flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Flying into Aktobe (and then seeing more of Kazakhstan!) is a cinch with Scat Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Scat Airlines on this route.
With 71.79% of its services landing on schedule, FlyArystan is the most punctual carrier offering ALA to AKX flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALA and AKX:
Shimkent Airport
Aktau Airport
Atyrau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Aktobe Airport (AKX)
Currently, $73 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $155. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ALA to AKX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ALA to AKX.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
71% of flights taking off from Almaty Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Almaty Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ALA:
Arriving at Aktobe Airport (AKX)
Consider staying in a hotel near AKX if you're on a late Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
When to fly to Aktobe Airport (AKX)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Aktobe based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Almaty Airport to Aktobe Airport for July if you'd like to visit Aktobe during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALA to AKX in January. Temperatures average between -20ºC (-4ºF) and -4ºC (25ºF) then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Continue your adventure and experience more of Kazakhstan. Rudnyy is around 499 kilometers north-east of Aktobe and has no shortage of exciting things to do, including Rudnenskiy Krayevedcheskiy Muzey.
