Direct (nonstop) flights from Almaty to Aktau

3 airlines fly nonstop from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Aktau (SCO). It's 1,297 miles (2,087 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
SCO
Aktau
🇰🇿 Aktau, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,297 mi
2,087 km
CO₂/pax
219 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
SCAT Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by SCAT Airlines SCAT Airlines FlyArystan FlyArystan Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SCAT Airlines DV SCAT Airlines
Route
ALA → SCO
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,297 mi
FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
ALA → SCO
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,297 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
ALA → SCO
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,297 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Almaty to Aktau with one stop · direct emits 219 kg CO₂ per passenger

ALA TAS (Tashkent) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 35m (423 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (943 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → TAS
1h 35m · 423 mi
View ALA to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → SCO
1h 30m · 943 mi
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ALA HSA (Turkistan) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 30m (428 mi) Leg 2: 2h (875 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → HSA
1h 30m · 428 mi
View ALA to HSA flights →
Leg 2
HSA → SCO
2h · 875 mi
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ALA CIT (Shymkent) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 25m (389 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (934 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → CIT
1h 25m · 389 mi
View ALA to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → SCO
2h 30m · 934 mi
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ALA GUW (Atyrau) SCO
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,251 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → GUW
3h 15m · 1,251 mi
View ALA to GUW flights →
Leg 2
GUW → SCO
1h · 228 mi
View GUW to SCO flights →
ALA NCU (Nukus) SCO
Leg 1: 2h 30m (883 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (441 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → NCU
2h 30m · 883 mi
View ALA to NCU flights →
Leg 2
NCU → SCO
1h 45m · 441 mi
View NCU to SCO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Almaty to Aktau?

A nonstop flight from Almaty (ALA) to Aktau (SCO) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,297 miles (2,087 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Almaty to Aktau?

3 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Almaty to Aktau?

Yes. 3 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

How far is Almaty from Aktau?

The flight distance from Almaty to Aktau is 1,297 miles (2,087 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Almaty to Aktau?

At 3h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Almaty to Aktau?

Roughly 219 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,095 km.

Is the return flight from Aktau to Almaty also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Almaty to Aktau?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Almaty International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.