Non-stop flights from Karaganda (KGF)
Karaganda Airport (IATA: KGF, ICAO: UAKK), also known as Sary-Arka Airport, is a small airport in Kazakhstan.It is an international airport and serves the area of Karaganda, Kazakhstan.Karaganda Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 7 destinations in 1 country.
At present, there are 5 domestic flights from Karaganda.
The longest flight from Karaganda KGF is a 1,541 mile (2,480 km) non-stop route to Moscow Sheremetyevo SVO. This direct flight takes around 4 hours and is operated by Aeroflot.
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In total there are 4 airlines flying from and to Karaganda. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Karaganda
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Karaganda, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Karaganda that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Karaganda. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Karaganda by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Karaganda below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Best time to travel from Karaganda
Traveling from Karaganda offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including . Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below.
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 4 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Karaganda. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Karaganda currently offers non-stop flights to 2 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
There’s currently just one destination accessible via a direct flight. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
Business class flights from Karaganda
There is only one airport that has Business Class flights from Karaganda, which is Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO).
Intercontinental flights from Karaganda
The only intercontinental flights operating from Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) are between Karaganda and Europe and between Karaganda and Central Asia.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Karaganda and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Karaganda to Europe
Aeroflot: seasonal flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO).
S7 Airlines (Oneworld): seasonal flights to Novosibirsk (OVB).
Non-stop flights from Karaganda to Central Asia
FlyArystan: seasonal flights to Almaty (ALA).
Scat Air: seasonal flights to Aktau (SCO), Oral (Uralsk) (URA), Semey (PLX) and Shymkent (CIT).
International flights from Karaganda
Flights from Karaganda to Russia
There are 2 destinations in Russia that have non-stop flights from Karaganda.
Direct flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo are offered by Aeroflot. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Novosibirsk is S7 Airlines (Oneworld). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Domestic flights from Karaganda
Flights from Karaganda to Kazakhstan
There are 5 airports in Kazakhstan that have non-stop domestic flights from Karaganda.
Direct flights to Aktau are offered by Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in May.
The only airline with direct flights to Almaty is FlyArystan. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
All direct flights from Karaganda to Oral (Uralsk), Semey and Shymkent are operated by Scat Air.
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Alternative airports near Karaganda
There is one alternative airport to Karaganda (KGF) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which is Astana (NQZ).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Karaganda?
There is 1 airport in Karaganda: Sary-Arka Airport (KGF).
What is the best airport to fly from Karaganda?
The most convenient airport to fly from Karaganda is Sary-Arka Airport (KGF).
How many airlines fly from Karaganda?
There are 4 airlines flying from Karaganda to 7 airports around the world, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly from Karaganda?
Scat Air, FlyArystan and S7 Airlines operate most flights from Karaganda. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Karaganda?
Oneworld is currently the only alliance flying from Karaganda.
How many nonstop flights are there from Karaganda?
There are roughly 58 flights departing from Karaganda every month (or 14 flights each week), to a total of 7 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Karaganda Airport?
The official name of Karaganda Airport is Sary-Arka Airport.
What is the airport code of Karaganda Airport?
The airport code of Karaganda Airport is KGF.
What are the most popular flights from Karaganda?
Almaty, Moscow Sheremetyevo and Aktau are the 3 most popular routes from Karaganda. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Karaganda, please use our flight map.
