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$151+ 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALA — IST
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Almaty to Istanbul are usually found in April or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$331
(SCAT Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Jazeera Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$414

Good round-trip deal

$783 or less

Good one-way deal

$296 or less
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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 July 3, 2025.

This SCAT Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 SCAT Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:00 pmALA - IST
1 stop14h 50mSCAT Airlines
Wed 8/1310:00 amIST - ALA
1 stop12h 35mSCAT Airlines
Deal found 7/3$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/157:55 amALA - IST
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/194:00 pmIST - ALA
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$335
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 10/255:55 amALA - IST
1 stop18h 15mAir Astana
Mon 10/2710:20 pmIST - ALA
Nonstop5h 20mAir Astana
Deal found 7/3$366
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/149:05 pmALA - IST
1 stop26h 10mFlyr
Tue 8/194:00 pmIST - ALA
1 stop8h 30mFlyr
Deal found 7/2$382
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/259:10 amALA - IST
Nonstop6h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/261:20 amIST - ALA
Nonstop5h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/3$414

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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 July 3, 2025.
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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Price

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Tue 8/5

8:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 8/17

4:50 pm-6:40 am

1 stop11h 50m

$331

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Thu 8/14

8:00 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

4:00 pm-1:40 am

1 stop7h 40m

$336

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Sat 10/25

5:55 am-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 10/27

10:20 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$366

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Thu 8/14

9:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

4:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

$382

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Sat 10/25

5:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop6h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 10/26

1:20 am-8:50 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$414

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Fri 8/1

2:35 am-10:35 am

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 8/9

12:00 pm-1:35 am

1 stop11h 35m

$445

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Wed 9/24

2:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$151

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Tue 7/8

3:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop18h 55m

$153

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Fri 8/29

12:40 am-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$165

AlmatyIstanbul

ALA - IST

ALAIST

Almaty

Tue 7/15

9:35 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$168

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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 June 27, 2025.

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Almaty to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Almaty to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Almaty to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Almaty to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from ALA to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and Turkish 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,895 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.

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 8 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 4 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Almaty on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $331, SCAT Airlines will fly you from Almaty to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to SCAT Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Astana and Flyr - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $366 and $382, respectively. These flights start at 11% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $151 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jazeera Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SCAT Airlines and Flyr, with prices starting from $153 and $168, 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 (85%), Egyptair (71%) or Air Serbia (71%) 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 $1,961 for a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $211 while the most popular route, (Almaty - Istanbul) is currently priced at $297.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Almaty to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Almaty to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$261Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
SCAT AirlinesCheapest$264Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
Air AstanaCheapest$297Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$298Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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