Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is three hours ahead of Almaty.
You can choose from 15 weekly Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Air Astana is the earliest you can take. Asiana Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:00.
Leave enough time to catch your ALA to ICN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Air Astana offers direct flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Seoul — and maybe even more of South Korea if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air Astana.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for ALA to ICN flights is Air Astana.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ALA and ICN:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Daxing International Airport
Manas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
R 3,480 is the lowest price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 6,853. These fares can change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from ALA to ICN, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ALA to ICN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Of the flights that depart from Almaty Airport, 61.23% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ALA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or ride-share depends on the time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Seoul in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ALA to ICN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you're eager to discover another corner of South Korea, head for Incheon, about 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are key reasons to visit.
