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$144+ Cheap flights from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST)

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALA — IST
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Almaty to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Almaty to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 9, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/62:35 am
ALA
-
IST
1 stop20h 50m
Azerbaijan Airlines
Fri 3/131:20 pm
IST
-
ALA
1 stop10h 15m
Azerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 2/9$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:50 am
ALA
-
IST
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/263:00 pm
IST
-
ALA
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/124:50 pm
ALA
-
IST
Nonstop6h 05m
Air Astana
Tue 5/1911:10 pm
IST
-
ALA
1 stop9h 10m
Air Astana
Deal found 2/6$336
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/62:35 am
ALA
-
IST
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/1310:20 pm
IST
-
ALA
Nonstop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:50 pm
ALA
-
IST
Nonstop6h 05m
Air Astana
Tue 5/1211:10 pm
IST
-
ALA
1 stop12h 10m
Air Astana
Deal found 2/7$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/95:05 pm
ALA
-
IST
Nonstop6h 15m
Air Astana
Sun 3/1510:20 pm
IST
-
ALA
Nonstop5h 30m
Air Astana
Deal found 2/6$346
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/278:55 am
ALA
-
IST
Nonstop6h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 6/2412:40 am
IST
-
ALA
Nonstop5h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/155:05 pm
ALA
-
IST
Nonstop6h 15m
Air Astana
Thu 3/1910:25 pm
IST
-
ALA
1 stop19h 25m
Air Astana
Deal found 2/9$351
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:50 am
ALA
-
IST
Nonstop6h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 2/269:10 pm
IST
-
ALA
Nonstop5h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/6$352

Find flight deals from Almaty to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST). 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 February 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$667 or less

Good one-way deal

$451 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Almaty-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Almaty to Istanbul 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 February 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Almaty to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Almaty

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Sun 3/8

2:35 am-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 3/15

1:20 pm-1:35 am

1 stop10h 15m

$295

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Fri 3/6

2:35 am-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 3/13

1:20 pm-1:35 am

1 stop10h 15m

$295

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Fri 3/6

2:35 am-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 3/13

10:20 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$341

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Sun 3/15

5:05 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 3/19

10:25 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$351

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Mon 3/9

7:50 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 3/15

1:20 pm-3:50 am

2 stops12h 30m

$351

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Mon 2/23

10:50 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 2/26

9:10 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$352

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Wed 4/1

4:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 4/7

11:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$353

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Thu 3/5

10:20 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

9:10 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$359

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Mon 2/23

5:05 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 2/26

10:25 pm-1:35 am

1 stop25h 10m

$359

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Thu 4/16

5:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop6h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 4/22

12:40 am-7:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$359

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Compare providers for flights from Almaty to Istanbul

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 Almaty to Istanbul in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*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 Almaty-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Almaty-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Almaty-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Almaty-Istanbul Airport 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 Almaty-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Almaty to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport (average of $133). Flying from Almaty to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $383). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ALA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Almaty to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 9, 2026.

When flying from Almaty to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated February 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Almaty to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
637 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Almaty to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Almaty to Istanbul, you will be flying from Almaty. Almaty (ALA) is just 9.0 mi from the center of the city. Almaty is the only Almaty airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 3 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Almaty on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Almaty to Istanbul Airport in 9h. Fly via Azerbaijan Airlines or Air Astana to get the fastest option. The distance between Almaty and Istanbul Airport is about 2435 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Almaty to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $252, Pegasus Airlines will fly you from Almaty to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Pegasus Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Astana and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $252 and $298, respectively. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Almaty to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    $127 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Pegasus Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jazeera Airways and SCAT Airlines, with prices starting from $128 and $152, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Turkish Airlines (65%), Air Astana (36%) or Egyptair (29%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $978 for a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $257 while the most popular route, (Almaty - Istanbul) is currently priced at $247.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Almaty to Istanbul?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport (average of $133). Flying from Almaty to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $383). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Almaty to Istanbul. 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 February 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$252Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Air AstanaCheapest$252Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$298Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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