Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket two hours ahead of Almaty.
Flights from ALA to HKT start at 00:10 — the earliest with Air Astana. The last departure is at 22:25 with Air Astana. In total, there are six weekly Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ALA to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
FlyArystan is your ticket to exploring Phuket (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Check out the direct flights from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport offered by this carrier.
FlyArystan is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
FlyArystan is a leader in on-time performance for ALA to HKT flights, with 80.0% of its services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALA and HKT:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
At the moment, $315 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $661. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from ALA to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from ALA to HKT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Of the departures from Almaty Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Almaty Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ALA:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Grab a Phuket Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Almaty Airport to Phuket Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALA to HKT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to plenty of other interesting places to add to your travels, such as Surat Thani. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, visit top sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another place worth exploring during your travels through Thailand. Head on over to this destination, which is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, to visit highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.
