Flying from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Atyrau Airport (GUW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport takes an average of 58 minutes. Atyrau's timezone is UTC+5 — identical to Aktau.
Flights from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport start from 01:30 — the earliest with Air Astana. The latest flight is the 22:45 option with Air Astana. Overall, you can take your pick of 15 services every week between SCO and GUW.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Traveling to Atyrau (and then discovering more of Kazakhstan!) is straightforward with Air Astana. This popular airline has direct flights from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between SCO and GUW:
Uralsk Airport
Almaty Airport
Aktyubinsk Airport
Once you've found cheap ticket from SCO to GUW, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed as you're traveling within Kazakhstan. As long as you have another identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Atyrau Airport (GUW)
C$48 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport. A return flight starts from C$98. These prices can change based on demand.
Get cheap flight tickets from SCO to GUW by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from SCO to GUW every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport.
Handy information about Aktau International Airport (SCO)
Aktau International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Aktau. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport? Check out Aktau Airport Hotel. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to SCO.
Arriving at Atyrau Airport (GUW)
Reserve a hotel close to GUW if you're on a late flight from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to central Atyrau
From Atyrau Airport, Atyrau is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Atyrau Airport (GUW)
June is the most popular month for flights from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Atyrau in February.
The warmest month in Atyrau is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Aktau International Airport to Atyrau Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SCO to GUW around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Atyrau
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Atyrau right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from SCO to GUW:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Isatay and Makhambet Square, Imangali Mosque and Manjali Mosque are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Atyrau itinerary.
Complete your Atyrau trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Atyrau Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Atyrau.
