Flying from Seattle to Almaty International Airport (ALA): What you need to know
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is 13 hours ahead of Seattle. Almaty International Airport is located in Almaty.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Seattle to ALA.
With more travellers during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
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Located around 23 kilometers from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Almaty International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to ALA flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
The majority of flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport land at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Reserve a hotel near ALA if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Almaty International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Almaty International Airport flight.
Getting from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty International Airport is around 14 kilometers from the centre of Almaty. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
P33,938 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Almaty International Airport. A return flight starts from P58,214. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to ALA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Seattle to Almaty International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Almaty. January is when most people book flights from Seattle to Almaty International Airport (ALA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Seattle to ALA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Almaty International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Almaty
After booking your flight from Seattle to Almaty International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Almaty:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Ascension Cathedral, Abay Kazakh State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre and Smotrovaya are must-do's during your Almaty adventure.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Almaty, now it's time to discover more of Kazakhstan. Travel about 257 kilometers east to Zharkent to check off its top sights. From Zharkent Mosque to Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva and Central Mosque, your itinerary will be busy.
Time for another stop? Journey to Tekeli. It's roughly 225 kilometers northeast of Almaty and boasts highlights including Ushchel'ye Cherkasay and Soldatskoye Ushchel'ye.
