Flying from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Almaty International Airport is located in Almaty. Following the UTC-8 timezone, Los Angeles is 13 hours behind Almaty.
For a relaxed start to your ALA to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from ALA to Los Angeles, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
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ALA is about 19 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near ALA? If you're boarding an early flight from Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty International Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Los Angeles
572 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return plane ticket right now is 670 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ALA to Los Angeles. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ALA to Los Angeles.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your ALA to Los Angeles flight, kick back at a hotel close to VNY. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from VNY before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, visit Los Angeles in December.
Lock in a Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALA to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Almaty International Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are among its highlights.