Plane tickets on Aktau - Atyrau route
Looking for cheap flights from Aktau to Atyrau? FlyArystan offers a fast and affordable way to travel between two major cities in western Kazakhstan. With a flight time of less than an hour, it’s a convenient choice for quick domestic trips.
Direct flights from Aktau to Atyrau operate up to 14 times a week until 24 October. From 25 October, during the winter season, flights will operate 10 times a week. Tickets are available for flights until 30 September 2027.
How to Book a Flight from Aktau (SCO) to Atyra (GUW)
You can easily buy your airline ticket online in just a few steps:
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Use the FlyArystan website booking form or download the FlyArystan App for the fastest booking experience.
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Select: From — Aktau, To — Atyrau, desired travel dates, and the number of passengers. Note: Even infants under 2 years old require a ticket (carried free of charge on an adult’s lap without a separate seat). See more details here.
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Click "Buy ticket / Search" — you’ll see available flights and fare bundles. You can also purchase checked baggage, increase your hand baggage allowance, select a preferred seat, preorder meals, and request other special services separately. To find the best fare, use the “Price Calendar” button. Plans may change? Check out the Ozgert service — it allows you to change your travel dates without a penalty.
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Choose the best option and proceed to payment. Don't forget to check in for your flight! Please make sure to read the check-in and boarding rules carefully.
How do you get from Atyrau Airport to the city centre?
Atyrau International Airport (GUW) is located approximately 8 km from the city centre. You can reach the centre of Atyrau by public transport or taxi. Journey times depend on traffic conditions.
What to see in Atyrau?
- Ural River Embankment. A popular spot for walks, offering views of the river, bridges and cityscape.
- Pedestrian Bridge over the Ural River. A local landmark connecting the riverbanks, popular with walkers and photography enthusiasts.
- Isatay and Makhambet Square. A central square featuring a monument to the heroes of the national liberation movement, offering an insight into the region's history.
- Murin Zhyrau Local History Museum. Discover the history, culture and natural heritage of the Atyrau Region.
- Sarayshyk. A medieval settlement located approximately 50 km from Atyrau. This archaeological site offers a glimpse into the history of an ancient city situated along historic trade routes.
- Atyrau Shopping and Entertainment Centre. Shops, cafés, restaurants and a cinema make it a convenient place to relax and enjoy some leisure time in the city.
FlyArystan is Kazakhstan’s leading low-cost carrier and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Air Astana Group. The airline began operations in May 2019 and, as of January 2025, operates independently under its own Air Operator Certificate and FS airline code. FlyArystan maintains an extensive network of domestic, international, and charter routes, operating a modern fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft. The airline’s main bases are located in Almaty, Astana, and Aktau. FlyArystan has been named Best Low-Cost Airline in Central Asia & CIS by the Skytrax World Airline Awards for three consecutive years — 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
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