Flights to Kazakhstan

Flights to Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan has a total of 20 airports, 10 of which handle intercontinental flights, 10 of these airports handle international flights. With domestic flights available at every airport, traveling by plane offers a fast and efficient way to explore the country. 10 of these airports exclusively serve domestic flights. All airports in Kazakhstan together handle 5,239 flights this month, departing from 95 airports in 33 countries, operated by 42 different airlines — including 13 low-cost carriers. You can fly to Kazakhstan in Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to Kazakhstan. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to Kazakhstan.

For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class and First Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with Star Alliance, Oneworld or SkyTeam. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.

Destinations in Kazakhstan

Explore Kazakhstan!

Discover all 20 destinations in Kazakhstan. The most popular airports are in Almaty, Astana and Shymkent. Collectively, the top 3 airports in these cities handle over 75% of all arriving flights this month.

Below is the full list of destinations in Kazakhstan, ranked by popularity based on the number of flights each airport handles. If you're interested in flying to any of these destinations, simply click it to view all routes, airlines, and flight schedules.

Airlines flying to Kazakhstan

When planning your trip to Kazakhstan, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 42 airlines offer direct flights to the country — including 13 low-cost carriers. Major airlines include Air Astana and Scat Air. Together they operate more than half (51%) of all scheduled flights in October.

Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity. If you are mainly interested in low-cost carriers, check out the next section a little further down this page.

Low-cost carriers flying to Kazakhstan

To find cheap airfare, consider flights operated by one of the airlines listed below when planning your trip. At the moment, there are 13 budget airlines to choose from. If you're looking for affordable flights, FlyArystan provides the widest range of route options. They serve 82% of all flights operated by a low-cost airline (to a total of 14 destinations located throughout Kazakhstan).

What is the best time to visit Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan has destinations with multiple climate types which are warm continental, hot continental, hot mediterranean and desert destinations. This means that the best time to visit depends on the destination you choose. However, considering most destinations and their weather, the best time to explore Kazakhstan as a whole is from to November, to late autumn. In the sections below, you can find the ideal visiting time for each specific destination. We've categorized them by climate type to help you plan your trip and to visit Kazakhstan at the best time of the year!

🌳 🍂  Warm Continental destinations

Warm Continental destinations in Kazakhstan experience summer temperatures that vary from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F), with occasional heatwaves bringing even higher temperatures. Winters are generally cold and snowy, with average temperatures falling between -5°C and 0°C (23°F to 32°F). Travelers can enjoy the vibrant colors of autumn, ski during the winter months, and enjoy the mild to warm temperatures in towns and cities during summer, taking in the unique beauty that each season offers.

There are 8 Warm Continental destinations in Kazakhstan reachable by plane. The best time to visit is from late spring till the end of summer, with pleasant temperatures from May to August. Winters here get cold, with frost in almost every winter month, from November to March. As snowfall is common here, the mountainous areas with this climate are ideal for winter sports, making them great spots to visit during winter too!

🥵  Hot Continental destinations

Hot Continental regions in Kazakhstan are known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and their cold, snowy winters, with temperatures often dropping below 0°C (32°F). This creates a sharp contrast between the seasons. These destinations offer a wide array of seasonal activities, ranging from summer hiking and boating to winter sports. Travelers can experience the warmth of summer and the refreshing chill of winter in these dynamic and diverse areas.

There are 6 Hot Continental destinations in Kazakhstan where you can fly to. It's usually best to visit these destinations in spring, summer or fall, from March to November, although the summer months can be very warm, these months also receive slightly more precipitation than in spring and fall.

☀️  Hot Mediterranean destinations

The Mediterranean regions of Kazakhstan are cherished for their warm, dry summers, where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F). In some inland areas, temperatures can rise even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more while their mild winters see a bit of rain. This delightful climate, combined with beautiful landscapes and sun-filled lifestyle attract visitors from around the globe.

Kazakhstan has 5 Hot Mediterranean destinations that you can fly to. The destinations listed below are attractive to visit all year round, but they are best visited in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are pleasantly warm, especially since summers can get very hot in these regions.

🏜️  Desert destinations

Typically, desert locations in Kazakhstan experience hot days with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F) and cooler nights. With minimal rainfall, these areas are known for their extreme weather, breathtaking views, and the cultural traditions of the people who live there. Even with the tough living conditions, they offer a remarkable combination of adventure, peace, and stunning beauty, making them fascinating spots to discover.

Kazakhstan currently has one desert destination that can be reached by plane. This destination is attractive to visit all year round, but it is best to avoid the summer months as it can get extremely hot. That's why it is best to visit these destinations from September to May.

Countries with direct flights to Kazakhstan

From which countries can you fly non-stop?

Below is a list of all 32 countries that have non-stop flights to Kazakhstan, including the number of airports that offer those flights:

Airports with direct flights to Kazakhstan

This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to Kazakhstan. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 75 airports across 32 countries and 3 continents offer direct flights to 20 airports in Kazakhstan.

Flying First Class to Kazakhstan

Which airports offer First Class flights?

If you're looking for a luxurious flight, you can fly in first class from Warsaw, and arrive at one of 2 First Class airports in Kazakhstan : Astana or Almaty Airport. Discover below all airports that have First Class options:

Departure airports with First Class flights

First Class airports in Kazakhstan

Flying Business Class to Kazakhstan

Where can you fly to in Business Class?

In total, there are 53 airports across 25 countries that provide business class flights to Kazakhstan. As of today, you can arrive at 11 airports in Business Class.

Departure airports with Business Class flights

Business Class airports in Kazakhstan

Domestic flights across Kazakhstan

With a total of 110 domestic routes, there are many flights within Kazakhstan that make it easy to travel around the country.

FlyArystan and Scat Air together operate more than half (66%) of all domestic flights in Kazakhstan, a total of 2,301 flights this month. The list below provides you with a lot more information, from interesting statistics to an overview of all domestic routes.

International flights from Asia to Kazakhstan

There are 54 cities spread across 22 countries in Asia that offer international flights to Kazakhstan. Those cities offer direct flights to one of 8 airports in the country. As of today, Turkey, China, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates and Azerbaijan have the best direct connections to Kazakhstan from Asia.

Almaty is the most popular airport for international travelers from Asia with 792 flights in October, representing 61% of all flights arriving from Asia. The majority of those flights are operated by 7 airlines: Air Astana, FlyArystan, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Scat Air, Flydubai and Azerbaijan.

Currently, 13 low-cost carriers out of 32 airlines offer direct flights on a total of 115 international routes from Asia.

In the following sections we provide detailed information on the available routes from every country with non-stop flights and (if available) stopover flights:

Flights from Turkey to Kazakhstan

From Turkey you can fly non-stop from 6 airports, and visit any of the 7 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 21 direct routes from Turkey, operated by 7 different airlines — including 4 low-cost carriers.

Turkey to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 44 airports in Turkey offer flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from China to Kazakhstan

You can fly non-stop from 11 airports in China, and arrive at 4 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 21 direct routes from China, operated by 7 different airlines — including FlyArystan, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

China to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 229 airports in China offer flights to 7 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Uzbekistan to Kazakhstan

From Uzbekistan you can fly non-stop from 4 airports, and visit any of the 5 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 9 direct routes from Uzbekistan, operated by 6 different airlines — including 2 low-cost carriers (Centrum Air and FlyArystan).

Uzbekistan to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 10 airports in Uzbekistan offer flights to 8 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from United Arab Emirates to Kazakhstan

You can fly non-stop from 3 airports in United Arab Emirates, and arrive at 4 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 6 direct routes from United Arab Emirates, operated by 5 different airlines — including 4 low-cost carriers.

United Arab Emirates to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 3 airports in United Arab Emirates offer flights to 8 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan

From Azerbaijan you can fly non-stop from Baku Airport, and arrive at 6 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 6 direct routes from Azerbaijan, operated by 3 different airlines — including FlyArystan, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Azerbaijan offer flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Georgia to Kazakhstan

You can fly non-stop from 3 airports in Georgia, and visit any of the 5 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 10 direct routes from Georgia, operated by 3 different airlines — including FlyArystan, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Georgia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Sukhumi Airport offers 1-stop flights to 5 destinations in Kazakhstan:

Flights from Thailand to Kazakhstan

You can fly non-stop from 3 airports in Thailand, and visit any of the 3 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 6 direct routes from Thailand, operated by 3 different airlines — including Thai AirAsia X, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Thailand to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 26 airports in Thailand offer flights to 4 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from South Korea to Kazakhstan

From South Korea you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and visit any of the 3 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 4 direct routes from South Korea, operated by 4 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

South Korea to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 4 airports in South Korea offer flights to 3 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan

From Kyrgyzstan you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 4 direct routes from Kyrgyzstan, operated by 3 different airlines — including FlyArystan, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Kyrgyzstan offer flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from India to Kazakhstan

From India you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Almaty. In total there are 2 direct routes from India, operated by Air Astana.

India to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 97 airports in India offer flights to 8 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Vietnam to Kazakhstan

You can fly non-stop from 3 airports in Vietnam, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 5 direct routes from Vietnam, operated by 2 different airlines — including VietJet Air, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Vietnam to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 14 airports in Vietnam offer flights to 8 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Tajikistan to Kazakhstan

From Tajikistan you can fly non-stop from Dushanbe Airport, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 2 direct routes from Tajikistan, operated by 2 different airlines — Air Astana and Somon Air.

Tajikistan to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Tajikistan offer flights to 6 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Qatar to Kazakhstan

From Qatar you can fly non-stop from Doha Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Almaty. This is the only non-stop flight route from Qatar to Kazakhstan, operated by Qatar Airways.

Flights from Malaysia to Kazakhstan

From Malaysia you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Almaty. In total there are 2 direct routes from Malaysia, operated by 2 different airlines — including AirAsia X, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Malaysia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 15 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 4 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Maldives to Kazakhstan

From Maldives you can fly non-stop from Malé Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Almaty. This is the only non-stop flight route from Maldives to Kazakhstan, operated by Air Astana.

Maldives to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 19 airports in Maldives offer flights to Almaty Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Mongolia to Kazakhstan

From Mongolia you can fly non-stop from Ulaanbaatar Airport, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 2 direct routes from Mongolia, operated by 2 different airlines — Hunnu Air and Scat Air.

Mongolia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 9 airports in Mongolia offer flights to 2 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Armenia to Kazakhstan

From Armenia you can fly non-stop from Yerevan Airport, and visit any of the 3 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 3 direct routes from Armenia, operated by 4 different airlines — including 2 low-cost carriers (FlyOne Armenia and FlyArystan).

Armenia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Armenia offer flights to 5 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Oman to Kazakhstan

From Oman you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 3 direct routes from Oman, operated by 2 different airlines — including SalamAir, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Oman to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 4 airports in Oman offer flights to 2 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Saudi Arabia to Kazakhstan

From Saudi Arabia you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and visit any of the 3 destinations in Kazakhstan. In total there are 4 direct routes from Saudi Arabia, operated by Scat Air.

Saudi Arabia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 25 airports in Saudi Arabia offer flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Iran to Kazakhstan

From Iran you can fly non-stop from Gorgan Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Aktau. This is the only non-stop flight route from Iran to Kazakhstan, operated by Pars Air.

Iran to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 10 airports in Iran offer flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Japan to Kazakhstan

From Japan you can fly non-stop from Tokyo Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Almaty. This is the only non-stop flight route from Japan to Kazakhstan, operated by Air Astana.

Japan to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If you consider a stopover, then there are more airports available: 33 airports in Japan offer flights to 6 destinations in Kazakhstan that require just one stop:

Flights from Hong Kong to Kazakhstan

From Hong Kong you can fly non-stop from Hong Kong Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Kazakhstan: Almaty. This is the only non-stop flight route from Hong Kong to Kazakhstan, operated by Cathay Pacific.

Intercontinental flights to Kazakhstan

There are 2 continents beyond Asia that have direct flights to Kazakhstan. A total of 10 different countries across Africa and Europe offer flights to the country. With 45 direct flight routes, connecting 21 intercontinental airports to 10 destinations, Kazakhstan maintains strong connections with key locations across the world. 14 different airlines (of which 1 are low-cost) are operating these long-haul flights.

Russia, Germany and Egypt have the best intercontinental flight connections to Kazakhstan.

All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.

Non-stop flights from Europe to Kazakhstan

From Europe, 9 countries have direct flights to Kazakhstan.

Flights from Russia to Kazakhstan

There are 11 airports in Russia that have direct flights to Kazakhstan. You will arrive at one of 8 destinations. Flights are operated by 6 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Russia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 100 airports in Russia offer flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Germany to Kazakhstan

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Germany you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at one of 4 destinations. Flights are operated by 3 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Germany to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Kazakhstan, as 23 departure airports in Germany offer 1-stop flights to 7 destinations in Kazakhstan:

Flights from Poland to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Poland? This is possible from Warsaw only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by LOT.

Poland to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Kazakhstan, as 11 departure airports in Poland offer 1-stop flights to 7 destinations in Kazakhstan:

Flights from Belarus to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Belarus? This is possible from Minsk only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by Belavia.

Belarus to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Belarus offer flights to 6 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Czechia to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Czechia? This is possible from Prague only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — including VietJet Air, the only low-cost carrier on these routes.

Czechia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Czechia offer flights to 3 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Hungary to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Hungary? This is possible from Budapest only. You will arrive at Shymkent — currently the only direct route connecting Kazakhstan and Hungary. Flights are operated by Scat Air.

Hungary to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Debrecen Airport offers 1-stop flights to 5 destinations in Kazakhstan:

Flights from United Kingdom to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from United Kingdom? This is possible from London Heathrow only. You will arrive at Almaty — currently the only direct route connecting Kazakhstan and United Kingdom. Flights are operated by Air Astana.

United Kingdom to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 22 airports in United Kingdom offer flights to 8 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Serbia to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Serbia? This is possible from Belgrade only. You will arrive at Astana — currently the only direct route connecting Kazakhstan and Serbia. Flights are operated by Scat Air.

Serbia to Kazakhstan with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Serbia offer flights to 5 destinations in Kazakhstan with a single stop:

Flights from Italy to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Italy? This is possible from Milan (Malpensa) only. You will arrive at Almaty — currently the only direct route connecting Kazakhstan and Italy. Flights are operated by Neos.

Italy to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Kazakhstan, as 33 departure airports in Italy offer 1-stop flights to 8 destinations in Kazakhstan:

Non-stop flights from Africa to Kazakhstan

From Africa you can only depart from Egypt for a direct flight to Kazakhstan. 4 non-stop routes are available, operated by 2 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Egypt to Kazakhstan

Looking to fly directly from Egypt? This is possible from Sharm el-Sheikh only. You will arrive at one of 4 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Air Cairo and Red Sea Airlines, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Egypt to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Kazakhstan, as 11 departure airports in Egypt offer 1-stop flights to 9 destinations in Kazakhstan:

Most popular routes to Kazakhstan

Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of Kazakhstan, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.

Popular routes to Kazakhstan with a stopover

If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to Kazakhstan, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.

Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.

To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to Kazakhstan!

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