On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Irkutsk — Almaty route. The total distance between the cities is 2,269 km, and flight frequency is maintained at one flight per week.
Flights are operated by R3. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deal, we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking information on how to get to the airport in Irkutsk or from the airport in Almaty.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Irkutsk — Almaty by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 720 in a, and the most expensive are around AED 12,789 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
The warmest weather in Almaty occurs in July, when the average high reaches +26.5°C. The coldest month is January, with night temperatures dropping to -11.6°C, while the period from May to June is characterized by the highest rainfall.
According to booking data, the most budget-friendly flights are available in February, with prices starting AED 720. Prices peak in May, when the minimum fare can be as high as AED 12,790.
The optimal time for a trip in terms of the balance between price and weather is September or October. During this time, the summer heat subsides, and ticket prices are generally lower than during the vacation season or New Year holidays.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Yakutia Airlines (R3). Approximately one flight per week is operated on this route, making it a stable connection that requires early planning. Below is the current schedule and detailed information about the carrier; you can click on the airline card to view available departure days and route options.
Flights Irkutsk — Almaty depart from Irkutsk Airport and arrive at Almaty Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,269 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Irkutsk to Almaty is R3 (Yakutia Airlines).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, but they are limited—on average, there is one departure per week.
There is a visa-free regime for citizens of Russia. Entry to Kazakhstan is possible with either a foreign passport or an internal national passport.
Flight prices change depending on demand and seasonality. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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