Flying from Toronto to Almaty Airport (ALA): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Almaty Airport (ALA). Explore your options for departing Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Almaty Airport is located in Almaty. The city runs on the UTC+6 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Toronto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Toronto to ALA.
In high season, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Almaty Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to ALA flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive according to schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 105 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Toronto to Almaty Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Almaty Airport (ALA)
Consider booking a hotel near ALA if you have a late flight from Toronto to Almaty Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex to explore Almaty and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to Almaty Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Almaty Airport (ALA)
$760 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Almaty Airport. A return flight starts from $1,426. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to ALA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Toronto to Almaty Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Almaty. July is when most people book flights from Toronto to Almaty Airport (ALA), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a Toronto to ALA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Almaty to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Almaty Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Almaty
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Almaty right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Almaty Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Zenkov Cathedral, Charyn Canyon and Kazan Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Almaty.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Zharkent is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Almaty. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Zharkent Mosque, The Orthodox Church in Zharkent and Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Kazakhstan, consider Tekeli, about 225 kilometres north-east of Almaty. Kora Gorge, Mosque and Fontan Na Ploshchadi are key reasons to visit.
