Non-stop flights to Balkanabat (BKN)
Balkanabat Airport is the second largest airport in Turkmenistan. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 5 domestic flights to Balkanabat.
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All direct flights to Balkanabat Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Balkanabat Best time to visit Balkanabat Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 54 flights arriving at Balkanabat Airport, which are 14 flights per week or 2 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Balkanabat are routes from Ashgabat (ASB) in Turkmenistan and Daşoguz (TAZ), also in Turkmenistan. These two routes together are operated 40 times this month, and make up for 74% of all monthly arrivals at Balkanabat Airport.
The longest flight to Balkanabat BKN is departing from Kerki (KEA). This non-stop flight takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes and covers a distance of 601 miles (967 km).
List of all direct flights to Balkanabat
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Balkanabat, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Balkanabat.
Airlines flying to Balkanabat
The only airline that flies to Balkanabat is Turkmenistan Airlines.
What is the best time to visit Balkanabat?
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Desert destinations like Balkanabat are known for their hot days, with temperatures frequently exceeding 40°C (104°F), but cooler nights. With very little rainfall, these locations are famous for their extreme weather, breathtaking scenery, and the cultural heritage of their inhabitants. Despite the harsh living conditions, they provide a remarkable mix of adventure, calmness, and stunning landscapes, making them wonderful places to explore.
Balkanabat is a wonderful destination to explore throughout the year, but it's advisable to avoid the summer months due to the intense heat. For a more enjoyable visit, plan your trip between September and May.
International flights to Balkanabat
Currently there are no international flights to Balkanabat. The only flights to Balkanabat are domestic flights within Turkmenistan. To get to Balkanabat from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Ashgabat or Daşoguz.
Domestic flights to Balkanabat
Flights from Turkmenistan to Balkanabat
There are 5 airports in Turkmenistan that have non-stop domestic flights to Balkanabat.
From Ashgabat, Daşoguz, Kerki, Mary and Türkmenabat, all direct flights to Balkanabat are operated by Turkmenistan Airlines.
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Alternative airports near Balkanabat
Flying to an alternative airport near Balkanabat could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. The only alternative airport to Balkanabat (BKN) within a range of 125 miles (200 km) is Türkmenbaşy (KRW).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Balkanabat?
There is 1 airport in Balkanabat: Balkanabat Airport (BKN).
What is the best airport to fly into Balkanabat?
The most convenient airport to fly into Balkanabat is Balkanabat Airport (BKN).
How many airlines fly to Balkanabat?
There is 1 airline flying to Balkanabat, which is Turkmenistan Airlines, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Balkanabat?
Turkmenistan Airlines is the only airline flying to Balkanabat.
Which alliances are flying to Balkanabat?
There are no alliances flying to Balkanabat at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Balkanabat?
There are roughly 54 flights arriving at Balkanabat every month (or 14 flights each week), from a total of 5 airports - all within Turkmenistan.
What is the official name of Balkanabat Airport?
The official name of Balkanabat Airport is Balkanabat Airport.
What is the airport code of Balkanabat Airport?
The airport code of Balkanabat Airport is BKN.
What are the most popular flights to Balkanabat?
Ashgabat, Daşoguz and Kerki are the 3 most popular routes to Balkanabat. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Balkanabat, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Balkanabat?
| Ashgabat to Balkanabat | 50m |
| Daşoguz to Balkanabat | 1h |
| Kerki to Balkanabat | 1h 30m |
| Mary to Balkanabat | 1h |
| Türkmenabat to Balkanabat | 1h 10m |
