Direct (nonstop) flights from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty

1 airline flys nonstop from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Almaty International Airport (ALA). It's 2,588 miles (4,165 km), about 5h 30m in the air. Operated by Air Cairo.

SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
ALA
Almaty International Airport
🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,588 mi
4,165 km
CO₂/pax
396 kg
−68 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Cairo
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Air Cairo Air Cairo

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
SSH → ALA
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,588 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty with one stop · direct emits 396 kg CO₂ per passenger

SSH BSZ (Bishkek) ALA
Leg 1: 5h 5m (2,457 mi) Leg 2: 55m (131 mi) Total: ~6h 🍃 464 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → BSZ
5h 5m · 2,457 mi
View SSH to BSZ flights →
Leg 2
BSZ → ALA
55m · 131 mi
View BSZ to ALA flights →
SSH KWI (Kuwait) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (830 mi) Leg 2: 4h 10m (1,877 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 496 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → KWI
2h 25m · 830 mi
View SSH to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → ALA
4h 10m · 1,877 mi
View KWI to ALA flights →
SSH GYD (Baku) ALA
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,239 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,399 mi) Total: ~6h 40m 🍃 470 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → GYD
3h 30m · 1,239 mi
View SSH to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → ALA
3h 10m · 1,399 mi
View GYD to ALA flights →
SSH TAS (Tashkent) ALA
Leg 1: 5h 10m (2,170 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~6h 40m 🍃 470 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → TAS
5h 10m · 2,170 mi
View SSH to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → ALA
1h 30m · 423 mi
View TAS to ALA flights →
SSH AYT (Antalya) ALA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (649 mi) Leg 2: 5h 10m (2,456 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 560 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → AYT
2h 5m · 649 mi
View SSH to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → ALA
5h 10m · 2,456 mi
View AYT to ALA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty?

A nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) to Almaty (ALA) takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 2,588 miles (4,165 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty?

Just Air Cairo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Cairo.

How far is Sharm el Sheikh from Almaty?

The flight distance from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty is 2,588 miles (4,165 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Sharm el Sheikh and Almaty?

Almaty is 2 hours ahead of Sharm el Sheikh. (Africa/Cairo vs Asia/Almaty.)

What type of aircraft flies from Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty?

At 5h 30m, 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 Egypt 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 Sharm el Sheikh to Almaty?

Roughly 396 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,980 km.

Is the return flight from Almaty to Sharm el Sheikh 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 Sharm el Sheikh 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 Sharm El Sheikh Airport for this flight?

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