Traveling from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Aktau International Airport (SCO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport is 1 hour.
Aktau's timezone is UTC+5, which is the same as Atyrau.
Flights from GUW to SCO start from 03:00 — the first with Air Astana. The last service of the day is at 21:10 with Air Astana. In total, there are 30 weekly Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport flights.
Your GUW to SCO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Traveling to Aktau (and then seeing more of Kazakhstan!) is a cinch with Air Astana. This popular carrier has direct flights from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport.
Most travelers choose to travel with Air Astana on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between GUW and SCO:
Uralsk Airport
Almaty Airport
Aktyubinsk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Aktau International Airport (SCO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport flight is $25. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $46. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from GUW to SCO by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Atyrau Airport (GUW)
Of all flights leaving Atyrau Airport, 71.91% touch down on time at their destination.
Atyrau Airport is about 6 miles from central Atyrau. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near GUW:
Arriving at Aktau International Airport (SCO)
Get off your Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a handy option a short journey from SCO, check out Aktau Airport Hotel.
Getting from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to central Aktau
From Aktau International Airport, Aktau is approximately 17 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Aktau International Airport (SCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Aktau based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Atyrau Airport to Aktau International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Aktau during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 73ºF and 93ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 30ºF and 43ºF. Search for cheap tickets from GUW to SCO sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've done Aktau, now it's time to discover other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey about 240 miles north to Atyrau to check off its popular sights. From Isatay and Makhambet Square to Imangali Mosque and Park Almagul, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 270 miles north-east of Aktau, Qulsary is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. Experience major highlights starting with Truba Nachalo, Park Vokzal and Stolovaya Gostinitsa Biseken.