Are there nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Aktau (SCO)?

Yes. Turkish Airlines fly this route. Flight time is about 2h 40m.

What is the fastest connection from Istanbul (IST) to Aktau (SCO)?

via Makhachkala ≈ 3h 12m, via Batumi ≈ 3h 13m, via Tbilisi ≈ 3h 14m (estimated flying time, excluding layovers).

How many miles is an award flight from Istanbul (IST) to Aktau (SCO)?

from 29,500 ANA miles (economy, one way, based on the published award charts).

Istanbul → Aktau

İstanbul Airport (IST) to Aktau International Airport (SCO)・1,848 km

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Nonstop flights available (1 airline). Flight time about 2h 40m. Nonstop return flights also operate.

With milesANA 29,500 miles+ (nonstop)Economy, one way, estimate. Tap a connection for miles by cabin.

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Award miles (one way, estimate)

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Europe / Russia 2 ⇔ Asia 2 / Russia 3 (one way)
Economy
29,500
Business
47,000
First
88,500

Estimates from the airlines' published award charts (as of 2026-11-01). Seat availability, fuel surcharges and stopover rules are not included — always check with the airline before booking.

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