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| Airport of departure: | Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) |
| Airport of arrival: | Aktau International Airport (SCO) |
| Flight time from Istanbul to Aktau: | 3 hours |
Travel to Aktau
Aktau is a touristic city located on the shores of the Caspian Sea. A small city with its unique culture and captivating landscapes, Aktau becomes the perfect getaway for those looking for an unforgettable experience.
You can check Pegasus Airlines' cheap flights to Aktau for the best deals and flights.
Transportation
The fastest and most convenient way to travel to Aktau is by air. Since the city has its own international airport, Aktau Airport, you can take cheap flights to Aktau from many major European and Asian cities.
Thanks to Pegasus Airlines' Aktau flights, you can easily access Aktau through short flights. Our direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Aktau take about 2 hours and 55 minutes.
Besides Aktau flights, you can access the city via land and sea. There are many intercity bus routes from other cities in Kazakhstan to Aktau and regular ferries from Baku, which is situated on the other side of the Caspian Sea.
Public Transport
Aktau has a developing public transportation infrastructure. Although the city has an operating bus system, there might be delays, and taking other types of public transportation may be more convenient for visitors.
Taxis
Taxis are among the most common means of transportation in Aktau. Since the city is relatively small, you can get to your destination after a few minutes drive, and it usually costs less to get around with taxis than in larger Kazakh cities.
Accommodation
Aktau, as a popular tourist destination, offers many accommodation options. For an unforgettable journey in the city's paradisical coastline, you can pick a hotel by the Caspian Sea. Nevertheless, if you are looking for a more immersive experience, accommodations around the city center might offer you an opportunity to experience Kazakh better. Booking a hotel near the city center might also be a good idea for business trips as they are closer to the city's business district.
Food
You can explore the delicious Kazakh cuisine in Aktau. Thanks to the dining options Aktau offers, you can taste and sample local dishes. From delicious besbarmak to unique koktal, Aktau provides many unique tastes.
Some of the most popular dishes and beverages in Aktau are:
- Besbarmak
- Kazy
- Koktal
- Baursak
- Kuyrdak
- Shubat
- Plov
Useful Information
For detailed information about Aktau, you can check out our Aktau travel guide for more about the city's must-see spots and culture.
About Visa
Nationals of foreign countries must check the Kazakhstan visa requirements to see whether they need a visa to visit Aktau. Currently, citizens of most European and Asian countries can visit Kazakhstan without a visa.
You can visit Kazakhstan's official government website to see the visa policy for your country.
Neighboring Cities
- Mangystau (20 km)
- Kuryk (70 km)
- Zhetybay (90 km)
- Shetpe (120 km)
- Fort-Shevchenko (130 km)
Weather
Aktau has a desert climate with warm summers and frigid, snowy winters. As Aktau sees almost no rainfall, you can expect clear weather during your stay in the city.
Essential Numbers
- Country Code: +7
- Police: 101
- Fire Station: 102
- Ambulance: 103
- Aktau International Airport (SCO): +7 7292 60 97 55
Exploring Aktau
Aktau was originally the homeland of ancient nomadic tribes. Back then, scarce vegetation and unfathomable wastelands made this land unfit for permanent human settlement. Nevertheless, the discovery of natural resources in the mid-19th century led to the foundation of a sizeable settlement in the area.
Although a small and lesser-known city in the last few decades, Aktau has grown significantly due to the booming oil and uranium industry. Besides, the city's strategic location by the Caspian Sea has made it a popular destination for summer tourism.
You can book cheap flights to Aktau through our cheap flight search tool.
