Flying from Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes. Almaty's timezone is UTC+6, making Almaty 1 hour ahead of Aktobe.
Flights from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport start from 00:30 — the earliest with SCAT Airlines. The latest departure is the 23:55 service with Air Astana. Overall, there are 22 weekly services between AKX and ALA.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Almaty (and then exploring more of Kazakhstan!) is easy with Air Astana. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the AKX - ALA route are:
Turkistan International Airport
Shymkent Airport
Atyrau Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa for travel within Kazakhstan. You will need a valid proof of identity though, like a driver's license or ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from AKX to ALA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
C$100 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport. Return flights start at C$217. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from AKX to ALA by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX)
Central Aktobe to Aktyubinsk Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near AKX? If you've booked an early flight from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Reserve a hotel close to ALA if you're catching a late flight from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Almaty in February.
Book your flight from Aktyubinsk Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you want to go to Almaty during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -16ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from AKX to ALA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Almaty
As soon as you've booked your flights from AKX to ALA, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Almaty. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. First President's Park, Ascension Cathedral and Central Park are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Almaty itinerary.
Complete your Almaty trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Almaty Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Almaty vacation.