Flying from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport (ALA): What you need to know
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is four hours behind Tokyo. Almaty International Airport is located in Almaty.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Tokyo to ALA.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like March and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Tokyo to ALA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
HND is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Tokyo Haneda International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
78% of flights leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Tokyo Narita International Airport and ALA:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Tokyo to ALA flight? Check in to a hotel near Tokyo Narita International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Almaty International Airport (ALA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Tokyo to Almaty International Airport flight.
Getting from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Central Almaty is around 14 kilometres from Almaty International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
125 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport. A return flight starts at 323 €. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tokyo to ALA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport (ALA). Plan your visit to Almaty in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Tokyo to ALA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Almaty
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Almaty International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Almaty:
Ascension Cathedral and Abay Kazakh State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre are just two of the major attractions to put on your Almaty to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Smotrovaya.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Almaty, now it's time to explore more of Kazakhstan. Travel about 257 kilometres east to Zharkent to check off its must-visit sights. From Zharkent Mosque to Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva and Central Mosque, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Head 225 kilometres northeast from Almaty and you'll find yourself in Tekeli, another well-known stop in Kazakhstan. Be sure to check out Ushchel'ye Cherkasay and Soldatskoye Ushchel'ye.