Quick answer: Dubai to Almaty averaged about AED 1,848 return over the past 12 months. February was the cheapest month (about AED 1,414) and May the most expensive (about AED 2,214). flydubai (about 18 a week) and Air Astana (about 12 a week) fly direct in about 4h 50m. Booking about 24 weeks ahead saved around 35%.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Average return | About AED 1,848 |
| Cheapest month | February, about AED 1,414 |
| Most expensive | May (about AED 2,214), August (about AED 2,086) |
| Direct flight time | About 4h 51m |
| Cheapest day to fly | Friday |
| Best time to book | About 24 weeks ahead |
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Direct airlines
| Airline | Direct flights per week | Airport |
|---|---|---|
| flydubai | About 18 | Dubai |
| Air Astana | About 12 | Dubai |
| Air Arabia | Ask us for dates | Sharjah |
Air Astana is the Kazakh national airline and includes checked baggage. flydubai offers lighter fares where bags may cost extra.
Plan early for Almaty
Almaty rewards early planning more than most routes: booking about 24 weeks ahead saved around 35% compared with booking at the last minute, and fares in the final two weeks ran about 11% above average. May and August are the busiest months, while winter brings skiers to Shymbulak.
Cheapest day
- Friday departures averaged about AED 1,766 return, around 5% below the typical day.
- Tuesday was the most expensive, about AED 1,920.
Prefer a group tour?
If you want flights, hotel and sightseeing at Medeu, Shymbulak and Charyn Canyon in one price, see our Almaty tour package and the National Day group departures.
Pay monthly for your ticket
If a return comes to AED 1,848, that can be four Tabby payments of about AED 462, or a longer Tabby plan of up to 12 months. UAE residents can also use Tamara or a 3 to 12 month plan on a UAE credit card from Mashreq, ADCB, RAKBANK, HSBC, FAB or Emirates NBD; we only need your phone number to send the link. Get a Dubai to Almaty quote. Our office WhatsApp, +971 4 220 2133, answers 24 hours a day.
Fares are 12 month averages from public flight search data, checked by White Sky Travel in November 2026. Prices change daily. See also the cheapest month to fly from the UAE and our baggage allowance comparison.
Dubai to Almaty FAQs
How long is the flight from Dubai to Almaty?
A direct flight takes about 4 hours 50 minutes.
Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to Almaty?
flydubai, about 18 times a week, and Air Astana, about 12 times a week.
What is the cheapest month to fly Dubai to Almaty?
February, at about AED 1,414 return. May and August are the most expensive.
How far ahead should I book Dubai to Almaty?
About 24 weeks ahead saved around 35% compared with booking at the last minute.
Can I pay for a Dubai to Almaty ticket monthly?
Yes. UAE residents can pay with Tabby, Tamara or a 3 to 12 month UAE credit card plan. We only need your phone number.
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