Direct (nonstop) flights from Yekaterinburg to Almaty

1 airline flys nonstop from Koltsovo International Airport (SVX) to Almaty International Airport (ALA). It's 1,168 miles (1,880 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Red Wings.

SVX
Koltsovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Yekaterinburg, Russia
ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,168 mi
1,880 km
CO₂/pax
197 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Red Wings
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Red Wings Red Wings

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Red Wings WZ Red Wings
Route
SVX → ALA
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,168 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yekaterinburg to Almaty with one stop · direct emits 197 kg CO₂ per passenger

SVX NQZ (Astana) ALA
Leg 1: 1h 45m (587 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (591 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVX → NQZ
1h 45m · 587 mi
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Leg 2
NQZ → ALA
1h 50m · 591 mi
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SVX BSZ (Bishkek) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,121 mi) Leg 2: 55m (131 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVX → BSZ
2h 45m · 1,121 mi
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Leg 2
BSZ → ALA
55m · 131 mi
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SVX TAS (Tashkent) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,135 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVX → TAS
2h 50m · 1,135 mi
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Leg 2
TAS → ALA
1h 30m · 423 mi
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SVX OVB (Novosibirsk) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (854 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (844 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 339 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVX → OVB
2h 15m · 854 mi
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Leg 2
OVB → ALA
2h 30m · 844 mi
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SVX SKD (Samarkand) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 337 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVX → SKD
3h 5m · 1,211 mi
View SVX to SKD flights →
Leg 2
SKD → ALA
1h 50m · 578 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yekaterinburg to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from Yekaterinburg (SVX) to Almaty (ALA) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,168 miles (1,880 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yekaterinburg to Almaty?

Just Red Wings.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yekaterinburg to Almaty?

Yes. 1 airline: Red Wings.

How far is Yekaterinburg from Almaty?

The flight distance from Yekaterinburg to Almaty is 1,168 miles (1,880 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Yekaterinburg to Almaty?

At 2h 50m, 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 Russia 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 Yekaterinburg to Almaty?

Roughly 197 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 985 km.

Is the return flight from Almaty to Yekaterinburg 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 Yekaterinburg to Almaty?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

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

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