What is the cheapest way to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty?

The cheapest way to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty is to train which costs $40 - $90 and takes 2 days 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty?

The fastest way to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $90 - $190.

Is there a direct train between Aktau Airport (SCO) and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Mangystau and arriving at Almaty 2 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

How far is it from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty?

The distance between Aktau Airport (SCO) and Almaty is 2094 km. The road distance is 2809.7 km.

How do I travel from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty without a car?

The best way to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $65 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty train from?

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Mangystau station.

Train or fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty?

The best way to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $90 and takes 2 days 8h.

Where does the Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty train arrive?

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Almaty 2 station.

Can I drive from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty is 2810 km. It takes approximately 37h 54m to drive from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3683+ hotels available in Almaty.

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane SCO - ALA
3h 30m
$90–190
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Almaty 2train 077X
2d 8h
$44–86
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Nukustrain 649
2. Take the bus from Nukus Kubla Bus station to Tashkent bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus
2d 6h
$67–79
Drive 2,809.7 km
1. Drive from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almatycar 2,809.7 km
37h 54m
$109–158

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) flights

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Distance: 2,093.7 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Aktau Airport (SCO), Kazakhstan and Almaty, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Mangystau to Almaty 2 once daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2d 7h.

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