Almaty to Samarkand flights
Samarkand lies 920 km (571 mi) west of Almaty, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 56 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Almaty | Samarkand | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 2 million | 595,200 |
| Elevation | 783 m (2,569 ft) | 703 m (2,306 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) |
| Nearest large airport | ALA, 16 km out | SKD, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Samarkand
Crossing from Kazakhstan into Uzbekistan: money changes from the Tenge to the Som (UZS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +998; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Almaty
Almaty is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Almaty International Airport (ALA), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 14,764-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU, 76 km).
Arriving in Samarkand
Samarkand is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Samarkand International Airport (SKD), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 10,187-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samarkand International Airport | SKD | 5 km (3 mi) | 10,187 ft | 2,224 ft |
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Staying in Samarkand
Our booking partner lists 534 places to stay in Samarkand. Of the 239 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (175), and 5 are five-star. Across 145 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 45,439 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Samarkand from Almaty?
920 km (571 mi) in a straight line, west of Almaty.
How long does it take to get from Almaty to Samarkand by air?
About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Almaty and Samarkand?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Almaty to Samarkand flights?
Typically Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD).
What currency do I need in Samarkand?
The Som (UZS).
Where can I stay in Samarkand?
Our booking partner lists 534 places to stay in Samarkand, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.