What airlines fly to Almaty?

Turkish Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Almaty from Chicago according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Almaty. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Almaty on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Almaty?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Almaty?

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 50m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Almaty?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $860.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Almaty?

Qatar Airways and Uzbekistan Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Almaty

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Almaty?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 21m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport is 3 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Almaty Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Almaty Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Almaty Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Almaty Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Almaty Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:50 pm - 1:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

19h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 2:30 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$978Qatar Airways

Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 24

7:50 pm - 1:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

19h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 2:30 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$978Qatar Airways

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 4

6:50 pm - 1:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

19h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 2:30 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$978Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

6:50 pm - 1:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

19h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 2:30 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,023Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

6:50 pm - 1:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

19h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 2:30 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,023Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25

6:50 pm - 1:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

19h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:00 am - 2:30 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,023Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24

8:15 pm - 4:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

21h 30m1 stop Istanbul

9:50 am - 10:00 amALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$1,069Turkish Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 18

8:15 pm - 1:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

18h 10m1 stop Istanbul

9:50 am - 6:20 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 30m1 stop Istanbul

$1,104Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 25

7:29 am - 2:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

32h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Dubai Intl

3:45 am - 10:36 pmALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 51m2 stops Dubai Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$4,806Emirates

Sun, Jan 17 - Mon, May 10

7:29 am - 4:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ALA Almaty

33h 41m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Dubai Intl

3:45 am - 12:15 amALA Almaty-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$4,806Emirates

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, May 11

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Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Almaty

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Dec 5

ORD8:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 10m

1 stop

ALA1:25 amAlmaty

Dec 18

ALA9:50 amAlmaty

35h 10m

1 stop

ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,069

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Nov 15

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

ALA1:25 amAlmaty

Nov 26

ALA9:50 amAlmaty

19h 30m

1 stop

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,104

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Nov 27

ORD8:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

ALA8:45 amAlmaty

Dec 5

ALA9:50 amAlmaty

35h 10m

1 stop

ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,128

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Mar 5

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 30m

1 stop

ALA9:20 amAlmaty

Mar 14

ALA10:40 amAlmaty

44h 15m

2 stops

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,172

LOT

Nov 15

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

48h 25m

2 stops

ALA9:20 amAlmaty

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ALA10:40 amAlmaty

20h 15m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,303

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$978

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$978

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1 stop22h 30m

$1,023

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Almaty

Wed 11/25

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1 stop22h 30m

$1,023

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ALA Almaty

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Mon 11/16

6:50 pm-1:30 am

1 stop19h 40m

Almaty

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3:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,023

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ALA Almaty

ORDALA

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Sat 12/5

8:15 pm-4:45 am

1 stop21h 30m

Almaty

Fri 12/18

9:50 am-10:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$1,069

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ALA Almaty

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Sun 11/15

8:15 pm-1:25 am

1 stop18h 10m

Almaty

Wed 11/25

9:50 am-6:20 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,104

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ALA Almaty

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Sun 1/17

7:29 am-2:55 am

2 stops32h 26m

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Mon 5/10

3:45 am-10:36 pm

2 stops28h 51m

$4,806

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ALA Almaty

ORDALA

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Tue 1/19

7:29 am-4:10 am

2 stops33h 41m

Almaty

Tue 5/11

3:45 am-12:15 am

2 stops30h 30m

$4,806

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Almaty?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Almaty. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $822. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Almaty from Chicago during January instead. Flights to Almaty in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $927.

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The best one-way flight to Almaty from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $522. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Almaty found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $978.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Almaty takes 18h 10m

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How far is Chicago to Almaty by plane?
There are 6473.4 mi between Chicago and Almaty. By plane, this route typically takes 18h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Almaty Airport is 3 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Almaty Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Almaty Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Almaty Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Almaty Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Almaty Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Almaty?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Almaty, the leading airline is Turkish Airlines, making up 41% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qatar Airways with 37% and Emirates with 22%.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $777	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,454 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,664 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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