Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Bangkok is 6 hours 40 minutes.
Almaty Airport is located in Almaty. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is one hour ahead of Almaty.
The most popular route is from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). There are four weekly services between these two airports. Air Astana offers a 00:15 departure between ALA and BKK.
To avoid rushing for your ALA to Bangkok flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at ALA and fly nonstop to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Almaty Airport to Bangkok tickets.
Get on board with Air Astana. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Almaty Airport to Bangkok.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from ALA to Bangkok. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Central Almaty to ALA is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Almaty Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to ALA:
61.23% of flights that leave from Almaty Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Bangkok
The best price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Bangkok flight is C$298. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$671. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from ALA to Bangkok, reserve your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
June is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Almaty Airport to Bangkok tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ALA to Bangkok.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Almaty Airport to Bangkok by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to BKK if you're coming in on a late flight from Almaty Airport to Bangkok. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ALA to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Almaty Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ALA to Bangkok flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before booking your flights from Almaty Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
When booking your Almaty Airport to Bangkok flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALA to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Almaty Airport to Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are highlights which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without visiting Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).