Cheap flights from Almaty to Dubai
Almaty International Airport sends travellers toward two main gateways in the United Arab Emirates: Al Maktoum Int. Airport and the older Dubai terminal, each serving different carriers and arrival patterns. You decide which airport matches your itinerary before you search for dates on this route. Direct flights operate throughout the year between Kazakhstan and the Emirates, though connections also exist through third hubs depending on when you travel.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlyArystanFS | with a stop | — | 27 Nov 2026 | from $273 | Search 27 Nov 2026 |
 APG AirlinesGP | direct | — | 2 Dec 2026 | from $324 | Search 2 Dec 2026 |
 SalamAirOV | with a stop | — | 13 Nov 2026 | from $333 | Search 13 Nov 2026 |
 Indigo6E | with a stop | — | 7 Dec 2026 | from $338 | Search 7 Dec 2026 |
 Centrum AirC6 | with a stop | — | 6 Dec 2026 | from $342 | Search 6 Dec 2026 |
 Sun ExpressXQ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $422 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 Etihad AirwaysEY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $431 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 Qatar AirwaysQR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 8 Dec 2026 | from $478 | Search 8 Dec 2026 |
 PegasusPC | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $481 | Search 5 Nov 2026 |
 Air AstanaKC | direct | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 6 Dec 2026 | from $482 | Search 6 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: February — from $295.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $330 | 17 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $342 | 6 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $334 | 11 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $295 | 21 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $384 | 27 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $376 | 4 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $379 | 26 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $332 | 28 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $461 | 26 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $462 | 15 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $461 | 8 Sept 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $351 | 2 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Almaty | Almaty Intl Airport ALA | 14 km |
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
March brings the lowest fares on this corridor while daylight hours are lengthening across the Arabian Peninsula. Weather turns warm enough to justify beach or city plans without the peak summer heat that drives prices higher elsewhere in the year. Book several weeks ahead for March departures, since demand rises as European travellers seek sun before their own spring holidays arrive. Midweek flights tend to carry lower fares than weekend departures on this route.
Airlines and what to expect
The route splits between low-cost carriers and full-service operators with different fare structures and baggage policies. APG Airlines, Fly Dubai, SalamAir, FlyArystan, Indigo, and Centrum Air operate as budget options where extra services cost separately. Air Astana, Sun Express, and Air India provide more inclusive tickets with checked luggage and meals included in base fares. Direct flights connect Almaty straight to the Emirates on most of these carriers while others route through connecting cities.
Arriving — Dubai
Before you land, decide which Dubai terminal matches your onward journey since Al Maktoum sits far from city centre compared to the main airport. Both airports offer taxi services and ride-hailing apps that run throughout the night for late arrivals. Public transport links connect terminals to metro stations or bus hubs depending on where you need to go first. Allow extra time if arriving at the newer terminal since ground transportation options differ significantly from the established airport.
Before you go: United Arab Emirates
- Currency
- AED (DH)
- Power sockets
- Type C, G · 220 V
- Language
- Arabic
- Emergency number
- 112, 997, 998
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +971
- Internet domain
- .ae, .امارات
- Population of Dubai
- 3.9 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+04 (Asia/Dubai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Confirm which Dubai airport your ticket arrives at before booking since Al Maktoum and the main terminal are not close together
- Check baggage allowance separately for each low-cost carrier on this route as policies differ between airlines
- Verify whether connecting flights use separate tickets when routing through third cities like Istanbul or Warsaw
- Review visa requirements for United Arab Emirates entry based on your passport nationality before departure
- Consider travelling outside peak summer months when fares drop and temperatures remain manageable for outdoor activities
Frequently asked questions
Almaty – Dubai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $295. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Almaty – Dubai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: FlyArystan, APG Airlines, SalamAir, Indigo, Centrum Air, Sun Express, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Pegasus, Air Astana.
Almaty – Dubai: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Almaty to Dubai?
The distance is about 2,807 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 3 h 52 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Almaty – Dubai?
Almaty: Almaty Intl Airport (ALA). Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB).
What is the time difference between Almaty and Dubai?
Dubai is 1 h behind Almaty.