Direct (nonstop) flights from Ankara to Almaty

1 airline flys nonstop from Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB) to Almaty International Airport (ALA). It's 2,261 miles (3,639 km), about 5h 5m in the air. Operated by AJet.

ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
5h 5m
Distance
2,261 mi
3,639 km
CO₂/pax
382 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AJet
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AJet VF AJet
Route
ESB → ALA
Flight Time
5h 5m
Distance
2,261 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ankara to Almaty with one stop · direct emits 382 kg CO₂ per passenger

ESB TBS (Tbilisi) ALA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (635 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,632 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 419 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → TBS
1h 40m · 635 mi
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Leg 2
TBS → ALA
3h 40m · 1,632 mi
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ESB TAS (Tashkent) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,893 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 423 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → TAS
3h 55m · 1,893 mi
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Leg 2
TAS → ALA
1h 30m · 423 mi
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ESB GYD (Baku) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 20m (900 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,399 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 428 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → GYD
2h 20m · 900 mi
View ESB to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → ALA
3h 10m · 1,399 mi
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ESB BSZ (Bishkek) ALA
Leg 1: 4h 40m (2,136 mi) Leg 2: 55m (131 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 410 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → BSZ
4h 40m · 2,136 mi
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Leg 2
BSZ → ALA
55m · 131 mi
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ESB AYT (Antalya) ALA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (251 mi) Leg 2: 5h 10m (2,456 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 486 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → AYT
1h 10m · 251 mi
View ESB to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → ALA
5h 10m · 2,456 mi
View AYT to ALA flights →

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ALA → ESB: Flights from Almaty to Ankara

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ankara to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from Ankara (ESB) to Almaty (ALA) takes approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 2,261 miles (3,639 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ankara to Almaty?

Just AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ankara to Almaty?

Yes. 1 airline: AJet.

How far is Ankara from Almaty?

The flight distance from Ankara to Almaty is 2,261 miles (3,639 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Ankara and Almaty?

Almaty is 2 hours ahead of Ankara. (Europe/Istanbul vs Asia/Almaty.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ankara to Almaty?

At 5h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Turkiye to Kazakhstan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Kazakhstan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ankara to Almaty?

Roughly 382 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,910 km.

Is the return flight from Almaty to Ankara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ankara to Almaty?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ankara Esenboğa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.