Cheap flights to Ashgabat

eDreams brings together every option for your trip to Ashgabat (Turkmenistan) in a single search. Browse airlines, flight times, layovers and prices side by side, and use the departure time or duration filters to zero in on the flight that works for you.

Recently, the cheapest fare to Ashgabat booked through eDreams was £279. This figure is only a guide, though, since your own price will shift depending on when you travel and how early you book.

Among travellers heading to Ashgabat, Turkish Airlines is the airline of choice.

Your ideal time to visit Ashgabat comes down to the kind of weather you enjoy. In Ashgabat, temperatures typically reach around 37ºC at the peak of summer and fall as low as 0ºC during the coldest spell. Knowing this in advance helps with choosing your travel dates, packing the right clothes and planning what to do while you're there.

• Typical highs: temperatures can reach around 38ºC in the hottest months
• Typical lows: temperatures can drop to about -2ºC in the coldest months
• Hottest month: July
• Coldest month: January
• Driest month: August
• Wettest month: April

Turkish Airlines runs non-stop flights to Ashgabat, departing from the following cities:

• Istanbul flown by Turkish Airlines
• Urumqi flown by Emirates
• Dubai flown by Emirates

If you don't mind a stopover, you can also reach Ashgabat via Turkish Airlines, among others. Some of the departure cities on these connecting routes include:

• London flown by Turkish Airlines
• London flown by Emirates
• Bangkok flown by China Southern Airlines

Keep these quick checks in mind to cut the cost of your trip to Ashgabat:

• Flexible dates: look at a handful of departure days before settling on one. Shifting your trip by a day in either direction can sometimes bring the fare down noticeably.
• Nearby airports: it's worth comparing the alternatives. An airport a little further from Ashgabat can sometimes work out cheaper than flying into the main one.
• Baggage: check exactly what's included in each fare before you commit. Knowing your allowance upfront means no surprise costs when you reach the airport.

Before you fly, look into the entry requirements for Turkmenistan and allow plenty of time to get any documents sorted.

One more thing: booking a hotel alongside your flight unlocks exclusive discounts on your stay, and adding a hire car to the same booking can bring further savings when combined with your flights and accommodation.