AlmatytoIstanbulFlight Time
ALA–IST · Nonstop
Almaty (Almaty International Airport) to Istanbul (Istanbul Airport).
The estimated flight time from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST) is about 5h 37m, covering 2,437 miles. Turkish Airlines and Air Astana fly the route nonstop with 3-4/day departures, from 01:55 to 16:20 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~5h 37m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 2,437 mi | Nonstop | 3-4/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Almaty to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines and Air Astana operate 3-4/day flights from ALA to IST. Departures leave from Terminal 2 at ALA.
- First departure
- 01:55
- Last departure
- 16:20
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Scheduled departure times
- 7
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 2-3/day | Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Boeing 787 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
IST to ALA flights — 3-4/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for ALA, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 26 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Almaty to Istanbul?
The estimated flight time from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST) is about 5h 37m, based on the 2,437-mile flying distance.
How far is Almaty from Istanbul?
Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST) is about 2,437 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Almaty to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines and Air Astana fly nonstop from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST), with 3-4/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Almaty to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines and Air Astana fly nonstop from Almaty (ALA) to Istanbul (IST).
What aircraft fly from Almaty to Istanbul?
The ALA–IST route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Boeing 787.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights to SAW