Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is five hours ahead of Amsterdam and is in the UTC+6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your AMS to ALA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMS and ALA:
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport flight is R 4,089. A round-trip fare right now is R 7,896. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to ALA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AMS to ALA.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, data shows 67.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Consider booking a hotel near ALA if you're catching a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up an Almaty Airport rental car and discover Almaty and beyond with your own set of wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are well-known companies to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Almaty in February.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Almaty Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to ALA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Almaty, now it's time to discover more of Kazakhstan. Travel around 338 kilometres north-east to Sarkand to check off its top sights. From Park Zhastar to Dom Slavy and Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Start your sightseeing at Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.