Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is four hours ahead of Tel Aviv and follows the UTC+6 timezone.
Your TLV to ALA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
C$157 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$328. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from TLV to ALA, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Almaty Airport.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
72.9% of flights departing from Ben Gurion International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near TLV:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're landing on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Almaty Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ALA:
Grab an Almaty Airport rental car and explore Almaty and beyond with your own set of wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Almaty. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Almaty Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Almaty based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Almaty Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TLV to ALA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Sarkand is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Almaty. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.
If you want to check out another great destination in Kazakhstan, head for Talghar, roughly 32 kilometres east of Almaty. Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek are among the biggest draws.