Travelling from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Almaty is 13 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Almaty Airport is located in Almaty, which operates on the UTC+6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to ALA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak months like July or vacation periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Los Angeles to ALA with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LAX and ALA include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From central Los Angeles, LAX is approximately 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Break up your flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and ALA include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to ALA, kick back in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ALA:
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Almaty. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport is C$631. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,044. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to secure flight tickets from Los Angeles to ALA. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of flight times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Almaty. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Almaty. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to ALA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Almaty
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Almaty right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. First President's Park, Ascension Cathedral and Central Park are must-do's during your Almaty adventure.
Complete your Almaty trip with a car rental
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