Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport (UKK): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Almaty and Ust-Kamenogorsk share the same timezone, UTC+6.
Every week, there are 42 Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, opt for the 07:00 SCAT Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 11:30 with Air Astana.
Leave plenty of time to make your ALA to UKK flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
SCAT Airlines has direct flights from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Ust-Kamenogorsk — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is SCAT Airlines.
SCAT Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates ALA to UKK flights.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport. Many travellers pass through Shymkent Airport when flying between ALA and UKK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport (UKK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport flight is 49 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 103 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALA to UKK, book your trip five months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Almaty to Almaty Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALA:
Arriving at Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport (UKK)
Get off your Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a convenient option within easy reach of UKK, unpack your bags at Apart Hotel Catherine.
Getting from Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport (UKK) to central Ust-Kamenogorsk
Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport to central Ust-Kamenogorsk has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport (UKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Ust-Kamenogorsk in February.
When reserving your flight from Almaty Airport to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ust-Kamenogorsk, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALA to UKK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Ust-Kamenogorsk, now it's time to explore other parts of Kazakhstan. Travel about 467 kilometres north-west to Pavlodar to check off its leading attractions. From Cathedral of the Annunciation to Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ridder is another sought-after destination in Kazakhstan and is around 80 kilometres north-east of Ust-Kamenogorsk. No journey is complete without visiting Bayterek, Ridder Museum of History and Local Lore and STARDUST CAMP.

