$160 Cheap Flights from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (SAW)

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

Cheap Flights from Almaty to Istanbul (ALA-SAW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $160 for one-way flights and $320 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$320 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $320 found 6 hours ago
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 27
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$324 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $324 found 6 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 9
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$325 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $325 found 6 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 27
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$328 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $328 found 3 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 23
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$333 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $333 found 3 days ago
AJET
Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Jan 1
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$338 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select AJET flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Thu, Jan 1, priced at $338 found 6 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 29
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$340 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Sat, Nov 29, priced at $340 found 20 hours ago
Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 13
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$343 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Azerbaijan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $343 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 6
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$492 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$492
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $492 found 3 hours ago
Air Arabia
Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17
ALA
Almaty
SAW
Istanbul
$499 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$499
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Almaty to Istanbul, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $499 found 1 day ago

Alternative airports near Istanbul

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

Select flight to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. SAW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 34 minutes. Flights from $414
SAW
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center34 min
Flights from $414
Flights from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (SAW)
Origin airport
Almaty Intl.
Destination airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Airlines serving
AJET, Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, flydubai
Roundtrip price
$319
Distance
2416 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 5 mins

Almaty to Istanbul Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Almaty to Istanbul

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 Almaty to Istanbul are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Almaty to Istanbul with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Almaty to Istanbul

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Almaty to Istanbul: 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 Almaty to Istanbul

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 Almaty to Istanbul in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $160 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 Almaty to Istanbul 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 Almaty to Istanbul 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 Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $160 or cheap return flight from $320 from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) 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 Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
December is the least expensive month to fly from ALA to SAW. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to finding better deals on flights.
Which airlines fly direct from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
When flying out of Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA), you can catch a nonstop flight to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) with Pegasus.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from ALA to SAW, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest fares upfront.
How many flights per day from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
On average, you can choose from 4 direct flights every week from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). To increase your travel options, consider flights with layovers. Just enter your details on Expedia and then filter your search to include one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
The 6 AM departures from ALA to SAW are the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ALA to SAW?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW).
What is the earliest flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
The first flight of the day departing from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) is at around 6:15AM UTC+5. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) at approximately 10:45AM UTC+3. The overall travel time is 6h 30m.
How long does it take to fly from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Typically, it takes 6 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 2,400 mi from ALA to SAW.
What airline has the least delays from ALA to SAW?
Consider booking with Pegasus if you'd like to go straight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 82%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Opt for a flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Istanbul from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
You can touch down at Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) when traveling to Istanbul on a direct flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ALA to SAW shortly before your trip is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ALA to SAW flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an ALA to SAW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your ALA to SAW flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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