Travelling from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is two hours ahead of Manama and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Your BAH to ALA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BAH and ALA include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport flight is $337. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $692. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BAH to ALA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from BAH to ALA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain Airport (BAH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bahrain Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Bahrain Airport from central Manama, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BAH:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ALA if you're on a late Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and experience the lesser-explored corners of Almaty and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Almaty Airport about two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Almaty in March.
When reserving your flight from Bahrain Airport to Almaty Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BAH to ALA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.