Cheap flights To Ashgabat (TM-S) from $338

Fly to Ashgabat to explore the natural beauty of Turkmenistan's capital. Flanked by the Kopet Dag Mountains and the Karakum Desert, Ashgabat combines opportunities for outdoor adventures with Central European bazaar-style shopping experiences and museums that explore the rich cultural history of the region.

Attractions

Take a trip to the Tolkuchka Bazaar, a traditional shopping experience where the stall merchants trade everything from intricate crafts to fine clothing. Carpets are one of the leading exports in Turkmenistan, and you can explore the region's rich variety and intricate craftsmanship at the Turkmen Carpet Museum. Ashgabat also makes a great launching point for excursions into the desert and mountains, which feature a range of old settlements and ruins like Nissa and Altan Depe.

Hints and tips

Dubai, Frankfurt and Istanbul are just some of the main hubs that provide direct flights to Ashgabat International Airport (ASB). The Soviet-era trolleybuses serve as a charming and unique method to get around the city, but a clean and modern bus system provides a comfortable alternative. Summers in Ashgabat can be hot with highs peaking around 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter lows can sink as low as 30 degrees. Ashgabat's yearly calendar is filled with a variety of events and holidays including the exhibitions of Carpet Day, the memorial services of Ashgabat Earthquake Remembrance Day and the fireworks and festivities of Independence Day.