Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Dubai is two hours behind Almaty and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from ALA to DXB start at 03:40 — the first with flydubai. The last departure is at 18:20 with flydubai. In total, you can choose from 30 weekly Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Your ALA to DXB flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Dubai (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with flydubai. This popular airline offers direct flights from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport.
Flydubai is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Flydubai is the most punctual carrier that offers ALA to DXB flights, with 74.64% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALA and DXB:
Shymkent Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport flight is 148 €. A return fare right now is 299 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from ALA to DXB by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, 61.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Almaty Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near ALA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're landing on a late Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and discover more of Dubai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Dubai in April.
When booking your flight from Almaty Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALA to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you want to check out another major destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.