Travelling from Belfast to Almaty International Airport (ALA): What you need to know
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of Belfast. Almaty International Airport is located in Almaty.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to ALA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
BFS is about 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Belfast to Almaty International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Belfast International Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Belfast to ALA flight? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
69% of flights taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Book a hotel close to ALA if you have a late flight from Belfast to Almaty International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Almaty International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and experience more of Almaty and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Belfast to Almaty International Airport flight.
Getting from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty International Airport, central Almaty is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
ج.م. 12,019 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Almaty International Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 25,848. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to ALA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Belfast to Almaty International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
April is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Almaty International Airport (ALA), while October is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Almaty based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 32ºC. Book your Belfast to ALA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Almaty International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC and 3ºC.
More about Almaty
Start your Almaty trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to Almaty International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Almaty trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Ascension Cathedral, Abay Kazakh State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre and Smotrovaya.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Zharkent is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Almaty. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Zharkent Mosque, Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva and Jarkent city.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Kazakhstan, head for Tekeli, roughly 225 kilometres northeast of Almaty. Mosque, Fontan Na Ploshchadi and Korean Church are key reasons to visit.
