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Cheapest return flight
£310
Typical prices: £521-£685
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Tue 20/11Wed 5/12
EDI - ALA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£160
Typical prices: £200-£281
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Tue 20/11
EDI - ALA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Almaty. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 37% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £544 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 12h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Almaty (EDI-ALA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Almaty

Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:25 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
17h 15m2 stops Charleroi Brussels Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£310Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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18:55 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
28h 45m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£317Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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12:00 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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05:45 - 13:50ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 05m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sofia
£320Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:00 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
17h 40m2 stops Charleroi Brussels Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£321Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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12:00 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£323Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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12:00 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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05:45 - 13:45ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 00m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sofia
£326Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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07:10 - 06:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
18h 35m2 stops London Stansted Ankara Esenboga
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£332Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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12:00 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
11h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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05:45 - 13:50ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 05m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sofia
£344Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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11:55 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
35h 45m2 stops Tirana Rinas Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£346Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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09:05 - 04:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-ALA Almaty
38h 35m2 stops Rome Ciampino Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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14:55 - 21:25ALA  Almaty-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
£346Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Almaty flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Almaty?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Almaty. It's 33% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Almaty flights

Cheapest flight

£160
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Edinburgh to Almaty

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Almaty

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Almaty based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Almaty flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Almaty?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Edinburgh to Almaty.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Almaty?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Almaty takes 00m, covering 3,484 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Almaty?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Almaty flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Almaty range from £521 to £685, with an average of £576 over the past 12 months. Anything below £521 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Almaty looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Almaty are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £180, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Almaty?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Almaty usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Almaty (ALA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Almaty pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Almaty most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Almaty?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Edinburgh to Almaty. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £387 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £685, a difference of £298.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Almaty?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 33m, compared to 12h 52m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 13h 05m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Almaty?

    Almaty is 5 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Alma-Ata Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Almaty flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average £387, about £298 less than Tuesday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Almaty trip for March. Fares historically average £360 return in that month – typically £787 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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