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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Muscat to Almaty flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Muscat to Almaty

Muscat to Almaty: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Muscat to Almaty below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Almaty.

Muscat to Almaty: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,929
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time4 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineOman Air
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Muscat to Almaty: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Muscat to Almaty is R 5,980. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Muscat to Almaty.
Oman Air and SalamAir fly direct from Muscat to Almaty.
As of November 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Muscat to Almaty.
The cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Almaty is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Muscat Airport to Almaty Airport on Tuesday, 16 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Almaty but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Almaty is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SalamAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Almaty.

Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport.

  • Almaty is two hours ahead of Muscat and is in the UTC+6 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MCT to ALA flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • SalamAir has direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Almaty — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if you have time.

  • SalamAir is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MCT and ALA:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • R 2,929 is the best price for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,980. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCT to ALA.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCT to ALA.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport.

Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)

  • Muscat International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Central Muscat to Muscat International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MCT. Whether you have an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • If you're getting in on a late Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ALA:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and explore beyond Almaty's main sights.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty

  • Almaty Airport to the centre of Almaty has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Almaty in February.

  • The warmest month in Almaty is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Muscat International Airport to Almaty Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCT to ALA in January. Average temperatures are between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • Almaty has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Kazakhstan you'll want to see. Around 338 kilometres north-east of Almaty, a trip to Sarkand will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.

  • Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Start your sightseeing at Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.

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