Cheap flights from Dubai to Aktau
Cheap flights from Dubai to Aktau are available on several carriers that operate direct services between the two cities. You can reach Aktau from either of Dubai's airports without changing planes, and tickets typically include a checked bag with full-service airlines while budget options keep luggage separate.
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 | direct | — | 17 Nov 2026 | from $115 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 Air AstanaKC | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 17 Nov 2026 | from $362 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 Qatar AirwaysQR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 17 Nov 2026 | from $437 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 Fly DubaiFZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 17 Nov 2026 | from $503 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 Azerbaijan AirlinesJ2 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 25 Jun 2027 | from $546 | Search 25 Jun 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 3 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 $153.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $503 | 17 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $197 | 5 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $281 | 2 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $153 | 27 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $213 | 27 Mar 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $546 | 25 Jun 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | 0 km |
| Aktau | Aktau SCO | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
The shoulder weeks around November tend to offer better value than booking in the middle of peak travel periods. October and December sit close enough to provide reasonable pricing, while January through March extend into quieter months where fares often dip further. Weekday departures usually carry fewer passengers than weekend flights, so timing your search by day can shift what you pay.
Airlines and what to expect
Connections add routing complexity on this route: Qatar Airways flies through Doha with a stop in between, Turkish Airlines routes through Istanbul, Air Astana may connect via Almaty or its own hub, and Azerbaijan Airlines uses Baku as an intermediate point. FlyArystan and Fly Dubai operate direct services without transfers, which shortens journey time considerably.
Arriving — Aktau
Aktau airport sits at a distance from the city centre that requires ground transport to reach hotels and businesses. Taxis and shared rides wait outside arrivals, while public buses run scheduled routes into town throughout the day. Allow extra time during peak travel periods when demand for local transport rises sharply.
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 Aktau
- 183 k (2017)
- Time zone
- UTC+05 (Asia/Aqtau)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check whether your ticket includes checked baggage before adding fees at the airport
- Choose between Al Maktoum Int. Airport and Dubai main terminal depending on which airline flies from each
- Verify connection terms if booking separate tickets with different carriers
- Confirm visa or entry requirements for Kazakhstan before departure
- Book during November or adjacent months when prices tend to be lower
Frequently asked questions
Dubai – Aktau: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $153. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Dubai – Aktau: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: FlyArystan, Air Astana, Qatar Airways, Fly Dubai, Azerbaijan Airlines.
Dubai – Aktau: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Aktau?
The distance is about 2,104 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 3 h 01 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Dubai – Aktau?
Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB). Aktau: Aktau (SCO).
What is the time difference between Dubai and Aktau?
Aktau is 1 h ahead of Dubai.