Direct (nonstop) flights from Almaty to Samarkand

1 airline flys nonstop from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Samarkand (SKD). It's 578 miles (930 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by FlyArystan.

ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
SKD
Samarkand
🇺🇿 Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
578 mi
930 km
CO₂/pax
107 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
FlyArystan
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by FlyArystan FlyArystan

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
ALA → SKD
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
578 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Almaty to Samarkand with one stop · direct emits 107 kg CO₂ per passenger

ALA TAS (Tashkent) SKD
Leg 1: 1h 35m (423 mi) Leg 2: 55m (162 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → TAS
1h 35m · 423 mi
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Leg 2
TAS → SKD
55m · 162 mi
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ALA NQZ (Astana) SKD
Leg 1: 1h 45m (591 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (812 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → NQZ
1h 45m · 591 mi
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Leg 2
NQZ → SKD
2h 45m · 812 mi
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ALA URC (Urumqi) SKD
Leg 1: 1h 40m (524 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,094 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 307 kg CO₂ (+187% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → URC
1h 40m · 524 mi
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Leg 2
URC → SKD
3h 5m · 1,094 mi
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ALA GYD (Baku) SKD
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,399 mi) Leg 2: 2h (898 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 427 kg CO₂ (+299% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → GYD
3h 35m · 1,399 mi
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Leg 2
GYD → SKD
2h · 898 mi
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ALA OVB (Novosibirsk) SKD
Leg 1: 2h 20m (844 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,282 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 398 kg CO₂ (+272% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALA → OVB
2h 20m · 844 mi
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Leg 2
OVB → SKD
3h 25m · 1,282 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Almaty to Samarkand?

A nonstop flight from Almaty (ALA) to Samarkand (SKD) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 578 miles (930 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Almaty to Samarkand?

Just FlyArystan.

Is there a nonstop flight from Almaty to Samarkand?

Yes. 1 airline: FlyArystan.

How far is Almaty from Samarkand?

The flight distance from Almaty to Samarkand is 578 miles (930 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Almaty to Samarkand?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Uzbekistan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 107 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 535 km.

Is the return flight from Samarkand 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 Samarkand?

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?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.