Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport is 5 hours 45 minutes.
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, making Seoul four hours ahead of Almaty.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Air Astana is the earliest you can take. EASTAR JET operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ALA to ICN flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can fly nonstop to Seoul, South Korea. Take to the skies with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with FlyArystan on this route.
With 75.86% of its services arriving as planned, FlyArystan is the most punctual carrier offering ALA to ICN flights.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. Beijing Capital Airport is a popular stopover on the ALA to ICN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport flight is $346. A round-trip ticket right now is $637. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ALA to ICN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ALA to ICN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Almaty Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ALA:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you're catching a late Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seoul and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Seoul in March.
Before locking in your flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALA to ICN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore other corners of South Korea. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its top sights. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest.
