Flying from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty's timezone is UTC+6, making Almaty one hour ahead of Samarkand.
Give yourself enough time to make your SKD to ALA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SKD and ALA:
Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
P4,458 is the lowest price for a one-way Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Return flights start at P13,346. These fares may change based on demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SKD to ALA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport.
Handy information about Samarkand Airport (SKD)
66.25% of flights departing from Samarkand Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Samarkand Airport from central Samarkand, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SKD? If you're boarding an early flight from Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're coming in on a late Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ALA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and explore beyond Almaty's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Almaty Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport to central Almaty has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Almaty. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Samarkand Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SKD to ALA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've done Almaty, now it's time to discover other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey around 338 kilometres north-east to Sarkand to tick off its leading attractions. From Park Zhastar to Dom Slavy and Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. No visit is complete without checking out Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.
