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$530+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Almaty (ALA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ALA
ago. 23 — ago. 301
dom. 8/23
dom. 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Almaty

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Almaty
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Almaty. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 24, 2026.

This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/261:00 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
mié. 12/28:50 pm
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/21$805
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/2312:00 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
vie. 12/48:50 pm
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/20$855
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/2112:00 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
vie. 12/48:50 pm
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/20$871
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/261:00 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
vie. 12/48:50 pm
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/21$920
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/287:05 am
SFO
-
ALA
2 stops48h 30m
China Eastern
vie. 12/48:50 pm
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/21$948
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/76:45 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop41h 55m
Turkish Airlines
dom. 9/201:45 am
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/20$964
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/226:45 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop20h 45m
Turkish Airlines
mar. 10/208:55 am
ALA
-
SFO
1 stop43h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/19$990
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/2112:00 pm
SFO
-
ALA
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
lun. 12/78:50 pm
ALA
-
SFO
2 stops31h 18m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/20$1,019

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Almaty

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Almaty (ALA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated julio 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$805
(China Eastern)

One-way from

$530
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,797
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($240 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Almaty that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Almaty that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

mar. 9/22

6:45 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 45m

Almaty

mar. 10/20

8:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop43h 45m

$990

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

sáb. 10/31

7:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop42h 05m

Almaty

sáb. 11/14

9:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop43h 45m

$1,000

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

mar. 11/24

6:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop25h 10m

Almaty

sáb. 12/5

5:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,070
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

mié. 10/28

7:35 pm-4:15 am

1 stop20h 40m

Almaty

mar. 12/1

6:15 am-4:30 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,070

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

mar. 8/4

4:40 pm-4:05 am

1 stop23h 25m

Almaty

vie. 8/28

6:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,257

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

lun. 8/3

4:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Almaty

vie. 8/28

6:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,257

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

mar. 9/22

8:30 am-6:35 am

3 stops34h 05m

Almaty

mar. 10/20

8:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop22h 45m

$1,266

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

lun. 9/14

3:55 pm-1:40 am

1 stop21h 45m

Almaty

mié. 9/16

3:10 am-8:02 pm

2 stops28h 52m

$1,268

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

lun. 9/14

12:55 pm-12:40 am

1 stop23h 45m

Almaty

jue. 9/17

9:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop42h 45m

$1,287
Cheapest one-way

San FranciscoAlmaty

SFO - ALA

SFOALA

San Francisco

lun. 8/17

12:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop43h 35m

$530

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Deals found on 7/23

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Almaty

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Almaty in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Almaty flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Almaty flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Almaty flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Almaty flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Almaty flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Almaty

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Almaty?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Almaty flights typically cost between $1,226 and $1,560 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $805 on China Eastern (Oct 26-Dec 2).

Reviews of airlines servicing Almaty

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Almaty. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Almaty. Reviews last updated julio 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Asiana Airlines, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to Almaty to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,747 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,634 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Almaty. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Almaty?

    For as low as $990, Turkish Airlines can have you in Almaty from San Francisco in 20h 45m. San Francisco and Almaty are separated by a distance of 6706 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Almaty round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Almaty round-trip from $686. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $1,020, and Asiana Airlines, from $1,058. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Almaty that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Almaty flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Almaty?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Almaty.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Almaty?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Almaty by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Almaty

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Almaty. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$686Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,058Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,064Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,082Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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