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Cheapest round-trip
$847
Typical prices: $1,070-$1,603
China Eastern
Sat 3/31Sat 4/21
LAX - ALA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$409
Typical prices: $636-$1,026
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/20
JFK - ALA • 3 stops
Top airlines
Emirates
Best reviews • 8.1 score
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
Top routes
WAS - ALA
Cheapest • 20% average savings
NYC - ALA
Most popular
Insights
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 15% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Almaty

 

Cheap flights to Almaty from top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 21
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 8:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALA Almaty
44h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:50 pm - 10:05 amALA  Almaty-LAX Los Angeles
24h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$847China Eastern
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
China Eastern Logo
7:10 am - 7:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-ALA Almaty
48h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 10:00 amALA  Almaty-SFO San Francisco
25h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$851China Eastern
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Feb 7
Qatar Airways Logo
7:15 pm - 1:30 amMIA  Miami-ALA Almaty
20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:00 am - 4:25 pmALA  Almaty-MIA Miami
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$923Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
Qatar Airways Logo
8:15 pm - 1:30 amMIA  Miami-ALA Almaty
20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:00 am - 4:25 pmALA  Almaty-MIA Miami
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$925Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 5:05 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ALA Almaty
33h 45m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
4:00 am - 8:15 amALA  Almaty-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
38h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
$932Emirates
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Emirates Logo
11:00 pm - 3:15 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ALA Almaty
30h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
4:15 pm - 6:55 pmALA  Almaty-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
36h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Milan Malpensa
$932Emirates
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 1:30 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ALA Almaty
29h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 3:00 pmALA  Almaty-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$972Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 7:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALA Almaty
43h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:28 pmALA  Almaty-LAX Los Angeles
29h 38m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong San Francisco
$972Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:25 am - 8:45 amEWR  Newark-ALA Almaty
21h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:30 pmALA  Almaty-EWR Newark
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$998Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 4:15 amEWR  Newark-ALA Almaty
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:30 pmALA  Almaty-EWR Newark
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$998Turkish Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for flights to Almaty

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Almaty?

Los Angeles to Almaty is the cheapest route at $847 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Almaty is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from $932.

How much is a flight to Almaty?

On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Almaty costs $1,266, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. average $1,063, while Seattle runs a bit higher at $1,111.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Almaty?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Almaty at $1,215 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,422.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Almaty?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Almaty with an average price of $1,079 round-trip.
•December ($1,676) and June ($1,501) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Almaty?

Night flights to Almaty are the cheapest at $1,181 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $1,408.

What is a good deal for flights to Almaty?

Flights under $1,070 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Almaty at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Washington, D.C. $867
•Atlanta $993
•Boston $996.

When are flights to Almaty the cheapest?

Flights to Almaty are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to Almaty

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Qatar Airways

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Emirates

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Asiana Airlines

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for flights to Almaty

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$409
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Almaty

When to book flights to Almaty

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Almaty based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your questions about flights to Almaty, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Almaty is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Almaty is around $1,070 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Almaty?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Almaty are from New York, starting at $932 round-trip.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Almaty?

    Last-minute fares to Almaty (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 26% higher than the average round-trip fare of $1,266.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Almaty?

    Lufthansa operates the most flights from the United States to Almaty at 0 per week, while Turkish Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Almaty. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Is there an on-site hotel at Almaty International Airport?

    Several hotels are close by. The Aksunkar Hotel is less than a 5min walk from the airport and even offers rooms for half-day rentals, while the Almaty-Tranzit N1 Hotel is around a 3min drive away and has a paid airport shuttle service. If you stay at the Ekipage Hotel, you’ll be around a 10min drive from the main terminal, and you can use the hotel’s complimentary shuttle to and from the airport.

  • Can I rent a car after my flight has landed at Almaty International Airport?

    Almaty International Airport has a rental car center that is in the Arrivals Terminal near baggage claim. At this center, you will find a few different companies, including Bay Tau Rent Company, Europcar, and Navigator Auto Rental.

  • What options do I have for traveling from Almaty International Airport to the city center?

    One convenient way to go from Almaty International Airport to the city center is by driving, which will typically take you around 45 to 55min depending on what traffic is like at the time. You can also take public bus line 92, which will normally take you around 1h 30min. A bus ticket typically costs around 80 KZT (0.19 USD).

  • Does Almaty International Airport have any services or facilities for travelers with limited mobility?

    Almaty International Airport has wheelchairs that all passengers can access for free. The airport is also equipped with elevators and ramps to help those with limited mobility navigate the buildings. Airport employees are there to help you with anything you made need, including disembarking the plane or grabbing your luggage.

Your guide to booking Almaty flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Almaty, book around 21 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 45% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Almaty, a good round-trip fare is around $1,070. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Almaty in February. Round-trip fares historically average $1,079, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $227 per round-trip. Evening flights to Almaty average $1,181 compared to $1,408 for noon flights.
  • Almaty International Airport (ALA) is known for being the largest international airport in Kazakhstan, servicing flights for millions of passengers each year. You will find that this transportation hub is conveniently located just over 9 miles northeast of the city center.
  • It is important to note that while Almaty International Airport does offer free and unlimited Wi-Fi for travelers, you must have a valid cellphone number that works in the country to connect to the network. Once you have received your pin number via SMS, you’ll be able to browse the web.
  • If you’re traveling through Almaty International Airport with little ones, there are some services for you to benefit from. For example, the airport has several mother and child rooms for changing your baby or nursing. They are complete with seating, changing tables, running water, and outlets.
  • Those that are feeling hungry after their flight can always stop at some of the Duty Free shops that sell light refreshments. Otherwise, the main terminal has a few cafes, bars, and restaurants for you to choose from, depending on what you’re in the mood for.
  • In case you want to check a piece of luggage or some personal items after your flight has landed at Almaty International Airport, head to the Arrivals Terminal. Here, you will find a luggage storage area that conveniently offers both daily and hourly rates, making it easy for you to leave behind a bag or two.

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