Travelling from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA).
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+6, which is 13 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Almaty Airport is located in Almaty.
Your flight from Los Angeles to ALA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to ALA departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to ALA flight:
About Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ALA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex to explore Almaty and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Almaty Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport is P30,698. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P60,789. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to ALA, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Los Angeles to Almaty Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport (ALA), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Almaty based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Los Angeles to ALA plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Almaty to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Almaty
Start your Almaty trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Almaty Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Zenkov Cathedral, Charyn Canyon and Kazan Cathedral are must-do's during your Almaty adventure.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Zharkent is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Almaty. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Zharkent Mosque, The Orthodox Church in Zharkent and Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Kazakhstan, consider Tekeli, roughly 225 kilometres north-east of Almaty. Kora Gorge, Mosque and Fontan Na Ploshchadi are key highlights.