Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is two hours ahead of Almaty.
Flights from ALA to KUL start at 19:00 — the first with AirAsia X. The latest departure is at 19:05 with AirAsia X. Overall, there are six weekly Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
Your ALA to KUL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Kuala Lumpur (and then discovering more of Malaysia!) is easy with AirAsia X. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is AirAsia X.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for ALA to KUL flights is AirAsia X.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALA and KUL:
Phuket International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, R 4,267 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,397. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ALA to KUL.
The cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALA to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Almaty Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to ALA? If you're boarding an early flight from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar to explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Almaty Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALA to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another major destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Plan to visit highlights including Simflightkl.