Cheap flights from Kyiv to Almaty from £231

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Due to the war in Ukraine, we currently can’t offer itineraries from Kyiv to Almaty. You can check out our flight options to nearby cities.

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3 stops
Fri, May 29
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£231
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2 stops
Wed, May 27
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£235
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2 stops
Wed, May 27
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£245
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2 stops
Tue, May 26
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£258
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2 stops
Sun, May 24
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£299
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1 stop
Sun, May 24
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£329
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3 stops
Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£454
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3 stops
Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£503
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2 stops
Wed, May 27 – Sat, May 30
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£525
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2 stops
Wed, May 27 – Sat, May 30
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£535
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2 stops
Tue, May 26 – Sat, May 30
Iași IASAlmaty ALA
£547
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Sun, May 24 – Wed, May 27
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£611
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How much do flights to Almaty cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£231

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£423

Cheapest round-trip

£454

Includes rare itinerary

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Nonstop flights in May

£185 – £251

Getting from Almaty airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus routes.

Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, is served by Almaty International Airport (ALA), located approximately 16 km northeast of the city center. The airport offers various airport transfers to city center destinations, including buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 25 to 50 minutes depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours. The city's growing infrastructure provides travelers with reliable options for reaching central Almaty.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

40-60 min

approximately $0.30 USD

every 15–20 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

45-65 min

approximately $0.30 USD

every 20–30 min (traffic dependent)

reaching southern districts

25-45 min

approximately $6–10 USD; metered or negotiated

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

25-45 min

approximately $4–8 USD; surge pricing may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

25-45 min

approximately $4–7 USD; negotiable fares

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

negotiating your fare

25-40 min

approximately $16–30 USD; fixed price

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

guaranteed meet and greet

25-45 min

approximately $30–80 USD per day

airport desks open daily (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in KZT; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Public buses accept cash or Onay transport cards; exact change recommended.
  • Traffic congestion is common during morning and evening rush hours, significantly affecting journey times.
  • Ride-hailing apps require a local SIM card or international roaming for best functionality.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Almaty

Depart from
Boryspil International
Arrive to
Almaty International
Average flights per week
303
Flight distance
3538 km

Check-in for a flight from Kyiv to Almaty

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
Air AstanaKZRKCYes
RyanairRYRFRNo
PegasusPGTPCNo
Scat AirlinesVSVDVYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Almaty

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January-2°C-9°C
February0°C-8°C
March6°C-2°C
April13°C3°C
May18°C7°C
June23°C11°C
July26°C14°C
August25°C12°C
September20°C8°C
October12°C2°C
November4°C-4°C
December0°C-8°C
Hottest Month
26°C
July
Coldest month
-9°C
January
Sunny days
241
days per year
Snow days
34
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
17 May
21°C8°C
24 May
16°C1°C
Monday
18 May
22°C9°C
25 May
83%
18°C7°C
Tuesday
19 May
82%
20°C8°C
26 May
76%
22°C9°C
Wednesday
20 May
89%
20°C6°C
27 May
88%
24°C10°C
Thursday
21 May
87%
25°C10°C
28 May
88%
24°C12°C
Friday
22 May
86%
22°C12°C
29 May
69%
23°C10°C
Saturday
23 May
87%
8°C2°C
30 May
85%
26°C12°C
Travelers usually depart from Boryspil International, Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany), Kyiv - Palats Ukraina, Kyiv - Teremki, or Kiew - Maidan Nezalezhnosti when they travel from Kyiv to Almaty. The distance between Kyiv and Almaty is 3538 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Turkish Airlines, Air Astana, Ryanair, Pegasus, and Scat Airlines. Kyiv and Almaty have 303 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Kyiv to Almaty?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Kyiv and Almaty takes around 4.9 hours.
What is the flight distance between Kyiv and Almaty?
The flight distance between Kyiv and Almaty is 3538 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Kyiv and Almaty?
Several carriers operate flights between Kyiv and Almaty. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Air Astana.
Which airports are there in Kyiv?
Kyiv is mainly served by Boryspil International. But there are other airports nearby, including Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany), Gostomel Airport.
What airports are near Almaty?
The main airport in Almaty is Almaty International. It is also served by Almaty International, Taldykorgan.
Which airlines fly between Kyiv and Almaty?
Currently, you can fly between Kyiv and Almaty with Turkish Airlines, Air Astana, Ryanair, Pegasus, Scat Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Kyiv and Almaty?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Kyiv and Almaty, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Kyiv and Almaty?
Traveling between Kyiv and Almaty, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Almaty?
There are a number of airports in and around Almaty. The main one is Almaty International and other nearby airports include Almaty International, Taldykorgan.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kyiv and Almaty depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kyiv and Almaty arrive?
What time do flights between Kyiv and Almaty depart?
What time do flights between Kyiv and Almaty arrive?

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