How to find cheap flights to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, $420 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Almaty Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to ALA for $834.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to ALA rises or falls.
Roughly seven months before takeoff is a good time to book tickets to Almaty, where Almaty Airport is located. This is the general recommendation if you want to lock in the best deals.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' during your search to boost your chances of landing cheap flights to Almaty. Doing this will give you more options for where you take off and land, along with different fares.
Look for plane tickets to Almaty Airport that come with a stop. Indirect routes are often cheaper. After your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Almaty
You can usually hop on the cheapest flight to Almaty in June.
If you can be flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to ALA.
July is the most popular month for flights to ALA. Go then if you're eager to explore Almaty in full swing.
Travel in February if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Almaty are often more affordable.
Check the weather before you go. July brings the warmest days in Almaty, averaging between 12ºC and 32ºC.
Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from -16ºC to 3ºC.
Flying to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Offering direct flights to Almaty Airport, these major airlines make reaching Almaty nice and easy:
Slip into bed soon after your flight to ALA. Book a room at one of these hotels near Almaty Airport and you'll be off to dreamland before you know it:
Getting to central Almaty from Almaty Airport (ALA)
The distance from ALA to central Almaty is about 24 kilometres.
Once you've landed from your flight to ALA, driving to the centre will take around 35 minutes.
When in Almaty, pick a stay that adds to your experience. Here's a roundup of popular hotels to look into:
Almaty highlights
First President's Park
Around 5 kilometres south-east of the city centre, this top sight should be on your itinerary. Begin your adventure here after your flight to Almaty Airport.
Ascension Cathedral
Always wanted to visit Ascension Cathedral? Here's your chance. It's roughly 10 kilometres north-east of central Almaty.
Central Park
Central Park is sure to be a highlight on your visit. From the heart of Almaty, it's located around 11 kilometres to the north-east.
Complete your trip with an Almaty car hire
Choose from a selection of car rentals in Almaty and travel at your own speed. With one simple search, compare rates and book the best deal after securing your hotel and cheap flight to Almaty Airport.