Search Flights from Aktau to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Aktau to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    26 KWD
  • Direct flight duration 3 hour 20 min
  • Direct airlines Pegasus
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    26 KWD

Cheapest flights from Aktau to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Pegasus

Pegasus
5 Nov, Thu
Aktau – Istanbul
3h 25m
Non-stop
SCO–SAW

Last update: 09 October 2026 12:24

Direct flights from Aktau to Istanbul

Pegasus

Estimated Prices for Aktau to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day6 November Friday
Best Price
24 KWD
Average Price
47 KWD
121 KWD
24 KWD
121 KWD
09Fri
Oct
66 KWD
10Sat
34 KWD
11Sun
76 KWD
12Mon
25 KWD
13Tue
28 KWD
14Wed
27 KWD
15Thu
85 KWD
16Fri
17Sat
32 KWD
18Sun
79 KWD
19Mon
24 KWD
20Tue
29 KWD
21Wed
35 KWD
22Thu
118 KWD
23Fri
24Sat
46 KWD
25Sun
38 KWD
26Mon
49 KWD
27Tue
66 KWD
28Wed
26 KWD
29Thu
26 KWD
30Fri
27 KWD
31Sat
69 KWD
01Sun
Nov
26 KWD
02Mon
36 KWD
03Tue
50 KWD
04Wed
25 KWD
05Thu
24 KWD
06Fri
28 KWD
07Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Aktau City Center

Aktau Airport

It is possible for you to travel to the airport at more affordable prices by contacting the companies that provide private transfer service from Aktau city center to Aktau International Airport in advance and by making a reservation. It is possible to reach Aktau Airport in 25-30 minutes by private transfer service at a charge of 15-20 Euros.

You can reach the airport at a much more affordable price by booking online at Booking.suntransfers.com or by calling +44 (0) 2035885280. Apart from that, buses and matryoshka, the main means of public transportation in Aktau, also have direct services to the airport.

Taxi and car rental services are also available for those who prefer not to use public transport.

Bus

There are buses that provide direct transportation services from the airport to the city center. There are also bus services from Aktau city center and many other regions to Aktau Airport. All you need to do is get a map of the city bus routes from the nearest travel information office.

Matryoshka

As there are many routes of minibus-like matryoshka vehicles, it is very easy to get to any point of the city in a very short time with these. As minibuses are not affiliated to a particular company, the routes, working hours and fares of each minibus are different. It is therefore not possible to come across any map showing the routes of matryoshka in any part of the city. Most of these vehicles are working till late hours in the evening, and usually the ticket costs around 35 Tenges. As you can get a very convenient way of travelling around the city with these vehicles, there also matryoshka vehicles that provide transportation service to Aktau Airport. These vehicles usually depart from the city center.

Taxi

The taxi fares in Aktau starts from an average of 200 Tenges. But if you are a foreigner, you will be probably asked for a higher price: 300 Tenges. Officially affiliated taxi drivers are usually from the Caucasus. Local taxi drivers often speak English.

Car Rental

There are much more car rental opportunities available in the city center than Aktau Airport. If you choose a domestic car rental company, make sure that there is another branch of the company in Aktau Airport. This would be a great convenience for you; you can deliver your vehicle at the airport on your return trip. Many of the foreigners who come to Aktau as tourists or for longer stays prefer car rental options, as the city does not offer many options in terms of public transport unfortunately.

Airport Information

Aktau Airport is located 23 kilometers north-west of the city center. Some of the facilities within the Aktau International Airport terminal building, which has been active since 1983, are 258 car capacity parking area for private vehicles, information desks, souvenir shops, markets, cafés, restaurants and bars, travel agencies and tour operators, VIP, CIP and conference rooms, health services, duty free shops, taxi services, car rental companies, exchange office, bank and ATM equipment, ticket sales points, free internet access, smoking and recreation areas.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Friday
9 Oct
Clear
23°13°
Saturday
10 Oct
Clear
26°14°
Sunday
11 Oct
Cloudy
26°13°
Monday
12 Oct
Rain
23°15°
Tuesday
13 Oct
Rain
16°14°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Aktau Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Aktau-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Aktau-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Aktau-Istanbul flights, you can use Aktau Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Aktau-Istanbul is 1836 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Aktau-Istanbul flights is Tuesday.
Pegasus organizes direct flights between Aktau-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Pegasus starts from approximately 24 KWD.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Azerbaijan Airlines
37 KWD
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage
Scat Airlines
66 KWD
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage
Pegasus
24 KWD
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Air Astana
76 KWD
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
FlyArystan
27 KWD
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (56×23×36 cm)

Last update: 09.10.2026

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