Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Seoul: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Seoul and you'll be travelling for around 6 hours 50 minutes.
Seoul is three hours ahead of Almaty, where Almaty Airport is located. Seoul observes the UTC+9 timezone.
With 12 flights a week between the two airports, Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Air Astana operates the earliest flight at 00:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from ALA to ICN is with EASTAR JET at 23:45.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ALA to Seoul flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your trip at ALA and fly straight to Incheon International Airport (ICN). That will be your arrival point when searching for Almaty Airport to Seoul tickets.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Almaty Airport to Seoul include:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ALA to Seoul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Manas International Airport (FRU)
To reach ALA from central Almaty, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near ALA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Almaty Airport to Seoul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Almaty Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Seoul
146 € is currently the best price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket starts at 302 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book one month before your departure date. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ALA to Seoul.
May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Almaty Airport to Seoul tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from Almaty Airport to Seoul. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Hit the road running by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ALA to Seoul can help you secure the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for getting into town after your flight from Almaty Airport to Seoul has touched down.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ALA to Seoul flight:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Before securing your flights from Almaty Airport to Seoul, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Seoul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Almaty Airport to Seoul plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ALA to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Almaty Airport to Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Seoul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without seeing Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.