Cheap flights from Oslo to Almaty

The expensive stretch of the year runs through the summer months when many people take holidays, followed by the period around Christmas and New Year when business travel picks up. February stands out as the cheapest month to fly this particular route, with prices available across October through July if you need flexibility. Weekdays generally offer better value than weekends, and booking several weeks ahead tends to produce more favourable results than last-minute searches.

The carriers operating on this route split between full-service options like Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia, Finnair, British Airways, and Qatar Airways alongside low-cost choices including Pegasus and Sun Express. Emirates adds another premium option while Cityjet provides regional connectivity through its network. Air Baltic connects through northern Europe, giving you multiple routing possibilities depending on your preferred hub. Each airline includes different levels of service in their base fare.

Almaty Intl Airport sits just outside the city centre, making ground transportation straightforward once you land. Taxis and ride-hailing services operate regularly at this destination, though you should confirm pricing before entering any vehicle. Public buses and shared transfers also connect the airport to various parts of town throughout the day. Having your local currency ready helps when navigating arrival procedures.

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

• Decide whether to depart from Oslo Airport or Sandefjord depending on your location in Norway
• Verify baggage allowances if booking with a low-cost carrier like Pegasus or Sun Express
• Check whether your connections are booked on the same ticket or separate reservations
• Confirm passport and visa requirements for entering Kazakhstan before travel
• Consider February as the most affordable time to book flights this route