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Getting from Almaty airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus routes.

Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, is served by Almaty International Airport (ALA), located approximately 16 km northeast of the city center. The airport offers various airport transfers to city center destinations, including buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 25 to 50 minutes depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours. The city's growing infrastructure provides travelers with reliable options for reaching central Almaty.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

40-60 min

₸150 (approximately $0.30 USD)

every 15–20 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

45-65 min

₸150 (approximately $0.30 USD)

every 20–30 min (traffic dependent)

reaching southern districts

25-45 min

₸3,000-₸5,000 (approximately $6–10 USD; metered or negotiated)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

25-45 min

₸2,000-₸4,000 (approximately $4–8 USD; surge pricing may apply)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

25-45 min

₸1,800-₸3,500 (approximately $4–7 USD; negotiable fares)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

negotiating your fare

25-40 min

₸8,000-₸15,000 (approximately $16–30 USD; fixed price)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

guaranteed meet and greet

25-45 min

₸15,000-₸40,000 (approximately $30–80 USD per day)

airport desks open daily (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in KZT; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Public buses accept cash or Onay transport cards; exact change recommended.
  • Traffic congestion is common during morning and evening rush hours, significantly affecting journey times.
  • Ride-hailing apps require a local SIM card or international roaming for best functionality.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Almaty

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January-2°C-9°C
February0°C-8°C
March6°C-2°C
April13°C2°C
May18°C7°C
June23°C11°C
July26°C14°C
August25°C12°C
September20°C8°C
October12°C2°C
November4°C-4°C
December0°C-8°C
Hottest Month
26°C
July
Coldest month
-9°C
January
Sunny days
240
days per year
Snow days
34
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
26 Apr
87%
24°C9°C
3 May
84%
22°C10°C
Monday
27 Apr
89%
17°C8°C
4 May
86%
22°C11°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
88%
21°C7°C
5 May
89%
21°C9°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
87%
22°C9°C
6 May
23°C8°C
Thursday
30 Apr
82%
24°C13°C
7 May
85%
24°C13°C
Friday
1 May
86%
25°C13°C
8 May
78%
16°C7°C
Saturday
2 May
85%
23°C12°C
9 May
21°C7°C

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Lanzhou?
The main airport in Lanzhou is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International. It is also served by Lanzhou Zhongchuan International, Xining Caojiabao International, Gannan Xiahe, Zhongwei Shapotou, Guyuan Liupanshan.
What airports are near Almaty?
The main airport in Almaty is Almaty International. It is also served by Almaty International, Taldykorgan.
When’s the best time to travel between Lanzhou and Almaty?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Lanzhou and Almaty, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Lanzhou and Almaty?
Traveling between Lanzhou and Almaty, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Lanzhou?
There are a number of airports in and around Lanzhou. The main one is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International and other nearby airports include Lanzhou Zhongchuan International, Xining Caojiabao International, Gannan Xiahe, Zhongwei Shapotou, Guyuan Liupanshan
How many airports are there near Almaty?
There are a number of airports in and around Almaty. The main one is Almaty International and other nearby airports include Almaty International, Taldykorgan.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Lanzhou and Almaty depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Lanzhou, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Lanzhou and Almaty arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Almaty, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Lanzhou and Almaty depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Lanzhou, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do flights between Lanzhou and Almaty arrive?

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