Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your AMS to ALA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and ALA:
Istanbul Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, £136 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £272. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to ALA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights leaving from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near AMS:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ALA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and explore beyond Almaty's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Almaty Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Almaty. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to ALA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC and 3ºC on average.