Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo four hours behind Almaty.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ALA to CAI flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALA and CAI:
Dubai Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
$354 is currently the best price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $681. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ALA to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALA to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Almaty Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALA:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Almaty Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALA to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its top sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are highlights.