Cheap flights from Ankara to Almaty
May stands out as the quietest time on this route, when you can secure the best fares without the summer crowds. Most travellers weigh whether to take a direct flight from Esenboga or accept connections through Istanbul and beyond. Cheap flights from Ankara to Almaty appear across multiple carriers offering both nonstop and connecting services.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AjetVF | direct | — | 18 Nov 2026 | from $113 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
 PegasusPC | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 3 Dec 2026 | from $199 | Search 3 Dec 2026 |
 Azerbaijan AirlinesJ2 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 23 Nov 2026 | from $233 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Uzbekistan AirwaysHY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 3 Dec 2026 | from $324 | Search 3 Dec 2026 |
 Turkish AirlinesTK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 18 Nov 2026 | from $479 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
 Sun ExpressXQ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 27 Nov 2026 | from $486 | Search 27 Nov 2026 |
 Qatar AirwaysQR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 3 Dec 2026 | from $521 | Search 3 Dec 2026 |
 APG AirlinesGP | with a stop | — | 11 Nov 2026 | from $628 | Search 11 Nov 2026 |
 Fly DubaiFZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 25 Nov 2026 | from $767 | Search 25 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 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: November — from $113.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $1,138 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $113 | 18 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $132 | 3 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $127 | 2 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $152 | 2 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $646 | 27 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $131 | 21 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $117 | 27 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $415 | 14 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $392 | 2 Jul 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $162 | 17 Sept 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $172 | 1 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Ankara | Esenboga ESB | 33 km |
| Almaty | Almaty Intl Airport ALA | 14 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
April and June frame May as the sweet spot for pricing, with fares climbing steadily toward July peaks. Shoulder-season travel during these transitional months offers flexibility without premium costs. Booking two or three weeks ahead typically yields better rates than last-minute purchases.
Airlines and what to expect
Full-service carriers like Turkish Airlines include checked baggage and meal service within standard fares, while Pegasus and Ajet charge separately for these amenities. Some airlines route through Istanbul hubs, adding connection time but often lowering base prices.
Arriving — Almaty
Almaty International Airport serves as Kazakhstan's second-largest hub, handling both domestic and international traffic. The terminal layout allows reasonable walking distances between gates, though peak arrivals can create queues at customs and immigration.
Before you go: Kazakhstan
- Currency
- KZT (₸)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 220 V
- Language
- Kazakh, Russian
- Emergency number
- 112, 101, 102
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +7
- Internet domain
- .kz, .қаз
- Population of Almaty
- 2.2 M (2024)
- Time zone
- UTC+05 (Asia/Almaty)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify airline policies on connection protection when booking separately
- Confirm baggage allowances differ between full-service and low-cost carriers
- Check visa requirements for Kazakhstan entry depending on nationality
- Review seasonal pricing variations across different travel months
- Ensure departure airport matches your preference since Ankara has limited alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Ankara – Almaty: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $113. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Ankara – Almaty: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Ajet, Pegasus, Azerbaijan Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines, Sun Express, Qatar Airways, APG Airlines, Fly Dubai.
Ankara – Almaty: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Almaty?
The distance is about 3,656 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 4 h 55 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Ankara – Almaty?
Ankara: Esenboga (ESB). Almaty: Almaty Intl Airport (ALA).
What is the time difference between Ankara and Almaty?
Almaty is 2 h ahead of Ankara.
Ankara — more routes
Almaty — flights from other cities
| From | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | Ajet | direct | 26 Jan 2027 | from $120 |
| Antalya | Sun Express | with a stop | 15 Dec 2026 | from $147 |
| Baku | FlyArystan | with a stop | 13 Jan 2027 | from $184 |
| Budapest | SCAT JSC Aircompany | with a stop | 19 Jan 2027 | from $314 |
| Krakow | Pegasus | with a stop | 8 Nov 2026 | from $356 |
| Bucharest | Pegasus | with a stop | 9 Nov 2026 | from $449 |
| Warsaw | LOT Polish Airlines | with a stop | 30 Dec 2026 | from $535 |