$162 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Almaty (ALA)

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Popular airlines from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty (ALA-Almaty Intl.)

Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Almaty (SAW-ALA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $162 for one-way flights and $326 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 21
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$326 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 13 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $326 found 1 day ago
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 15
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$328 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $328 found 5 days ago
AJET
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$331 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$331
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select AJET flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $331 found 22 hours ago
AJET
Sun, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 30
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$332 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select AJET flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $332 found 1 day ago
AJET
Thu, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 10
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$338 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select AJET flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $338 found 3 days ago
AJET
Sun, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 13
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$339 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select AJET flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Fri, Mar 13, priced at $339 found 6 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$344 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $344 found 22 hours ago
Air Arabia
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 27
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$408 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$408
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Thu, Aug 27, priced at $408 found 1 hour ago
Azerbaijan Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 5
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$429 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$429
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Azerbaijan Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 2 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $429 found 9 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9
SAW
Istanbul
ALA
Almaty
$466 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$466
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 1 from Istanbul to Almaty, returning Thu, Apr 9, priced at $466 found 2 hours ago

Alternative airports near Almaty

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Almaty Intl. ALA. Cheapest option available. Flights from $510
ALA
Almaty Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $510
Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Almaty (ALA)
Origin airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Destination airport
Almaty Intl.
Airlines serving
AJET, Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, flydubai
Roundtrip price
$325
Distance
2416 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 25 mins

Istanbul to Almaty Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Istanbul to Almaty

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Istanbul to Almaty are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Almaty with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Almaty

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Istanbul to Almaty: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Istanbul to Almaty

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Almaty in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $162 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Istanbul to Almaty flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Istanbul to Almaty airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $162 or cheap return flight from $326 from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
February is the cheapest month to fly from SAW to ALA. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
You can travel nonstop from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) on a Pegasus flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, departure times and fares all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SAW to ALA flight.
How many flights per day from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
On average, there are 4 nonstop flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) every week. If you don't see one that works for your schedule, think about booking a flight with a layover. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more and select the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
Flights between SAW and ALA are busiest at 9 PM. If you want a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAW to ALA?
Travel on a Thursday if you're after the best selection of flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA).
What is the earliest flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 9:50PM UTC+3, heading out of Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). You'll be flying for approximately 5h 25m, touching down at Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) at approximately 5:15AM UTC+5.
How long does it take to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
Flights from SAW to ALA have an average travel time of 5 hours and 25 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 2,400 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Almaty from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Explore your flight options from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA). This is the only airport in Almaty you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from SAW to ALA generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAW to ALA flight and hotel package?
Securing a SAW to ALA flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our wide range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your SAW to ALA flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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