Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Almaty

2 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Almaty International Airport (ALA). It's 1,399 miles (2,251 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Astana.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,399 mi
2,251 km
CO₂/pax
236 kg
−33 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Azerbaijan Airlines +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → ALA
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,399 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
GYD → ALA
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,399 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Almaty with one stop · direct emits 236 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD CIT (Shymkent) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,016 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (389 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → CIT
2h 25m · 1,016 mi
View GYD to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → ALA
1h 15m · 389 mi
View CIT to ALA flights →
GYD SKD (Samarkand) ALA
Leg 1: 2h (898 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 298 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → SKD
2h · 898 mi
View GYD to SKD flights →
Leg 2
SKD → ALA
1h 50m · 578 mi
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GYD BSZ (Bishkek) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 58m (1,269 mi) Leg 2: 55m (131 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 264 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → BSZ
2h 58m · 1,269 mi
View GYD to BSZ flights →
Leg 2
BSZ → ALA
55m · 131 mi
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GYD TAS (Tashkent) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,007 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 273 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TAS
2h 25m · 1,007 mi
View GYD to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → ALA
1h 30m · 423 mi
View TAS to ALA flights →
GYD SCO (Aktau) ALA
Leg 1: 1h 5m (240 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,297 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → SCO
1h 5m · 240 mi
View GYD to SCO flights →
Leg 2
SCO → ALA
3h 5m · 1,297 mi
View SCO to ALA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Almaty (ALA) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,399 miles (2,251 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Almaty?

2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Almaty?

Yes. 2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Astana.

How far is Baku from Almaty?

The flight distance from Baku to Almaty is 1,399 miles (2,251 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Baku and Almaty?

Almaty is 1 hour ahead of Baku. (Asia/Baku vs Asia/Almaty.)

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Almaty?

At 3h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 236 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,180 km.

Is the return flight from Almaty to Baku 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 Baku to Almaty?

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 Heydar Aliyev International Airport for this flight?

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