Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport is 7 hours 15 minutes.
Almaty's timezone is UTC+6, making Almaty one hour behind Phuket.
Take your pick of ten weekly Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with Air Astana is the earliest flight you can take. Air Astana operates the latest service of the day at 10:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your HKT to ALA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Air Astana is your gateway to exploring Almaty (and maybe even some other great corners of Kazakhstan!). Check out the direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Astana.
Among carriers operating HKT to ALA flights, Air Astana is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between HKT and ALA:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, R 4,533 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,326. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from HKT to ALA by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Of the departures from Phuket International Airport, 65.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near HKT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you have a late Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near ALA:
Travel at your own pace with an Almaty Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and chase adventure across Almaty and beyond.
Booking your ride from Almaty Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport to central Almaty has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Almaty based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Phuket International Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you'd like to go to Almaty during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKT to ALA in January. Average temperatures are between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Sarkand is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Almaty. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Kazakhstan, head for Talghar, about 32 kilometres east of Almaty. Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek are among its highlights.