Direct (nonstop) flights from Dubai to Almaty

2 airlines fly nonstop from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Almaty International Airport (ALA). It's 1,748 miles (2,813 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by flydubai, Air Astana.

DXB
Dubai International Airport
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,748 mi
2,813 km
CO₂/pax
295 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
flydubai +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by flydubai flydubai Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

flydubai FZ flydubai
Route
DXB → ALA
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,748 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
DXB → ALA
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,748 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dubai to Almaty with one stop · direct emits 295 kg CO₂ per passenger

DXB CIT (Shymkent) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,427 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (389 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 338 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DXB → CIT
3h 20m · 1,427 mi
View DXB to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → ALA
1h 15m · 389 mi
View CIT to ALA flights →
DXB BSZ (Bishkek) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,635 mi) Leg 2: 55m (131 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DXB → BSZ
3h 55m · 1,635 mi
View DXB to BSZ flights →
Leg 2
BSZ → ALA
55m · 131 mi
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DXB SKD (Samarkand) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,202 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DXB → SKD
3h 5m · 1,202 mi
View DXB to SKD flights →
Leg 2
SKD → ALA
1h 50m · 578 mi
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DXB TAS (Tashkent) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,361 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 333 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DXB → TAS
3h 30m · 1,361 mi
View DXB to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → ALA
1h 30m · 423 mi
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DXB DYU (Dushanbe) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,207 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (542 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 329 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DXB → DYU
3h 15m · 1,207 mi
View DXB to DYU flights →
Leg 2
DYU → ALA
1h 45m · 542 mi
View DYU to ALA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dubai to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from Dubai (DXB) to Almaty (ALA) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,748 miles (2,813 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dubai to Almaty?

2 airlines: flydubai, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dubai to Almaty?

Yes. 2 airlines: flydubai, Air Astana.

How far is Dubai from Almaty?

The flight distance from Dubai to Almaty is 1,748 miles (2,813 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Dubai and Almaty?

Almaty is 1 hour ahead of Dubai. (Asia/Dubai vs Asia/Almaty.)

What type of aircraft flies from Dubai to Almaty?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from United Arab Emirates to Kazakhstan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Kazakhstan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dubai to Almaty?

Roughly 295 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,475 km.

Is the return flight from Almaty to Dubai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Almaty?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Dubai International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.