Flying from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is 47 minutes behind Kathmandu and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Your KTM to ALA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between KTM and ALA:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport flight is C$453. A round-trip fare is currently C$981. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from KTM to ALA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from KTM to ALA.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Of the flights that depart from Kathmandu Airport, 51% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Kathmandu Airport from central Kathmandu, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to KTM? If you're boarding an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
Grab a Almaty Airport rental car and discover Almaty and beyond with your own set of wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Almaty. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The quietest month for a flight from Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Almaty based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you want to go to Almaty during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KTM to ALA in January. Temperatures average between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
