Travelling from Vancouver to Almaty Airport (ALA): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Vancouver to Almaty Airport (ALA), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main options.
Almaty Airport is located in Almaty. The city operates on the UTC+6 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Vancouver to ALA.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Almaty Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Vancouver to ALA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Almaty Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Almaty Airport (ALA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ALA if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Almaty Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and explore beyond Almaty's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Almaty Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Almaty Airport is $888. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,294. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to ALA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Vancouver to Almaty Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Almaty Airport (ALA). Visit Almaty in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Vancouver to ALA plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Almaty to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Almaty Airport in January when temperatures are between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Almaty
Start your Almaty trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Almaty Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Almaty when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Zenkov Cathedral followed by Charyn Canyon and Kazan Cathedral.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Almaty has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kazakhstan waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres east of Almaty, a trip to Zharkent will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Zharkent Mosque, The Orthodox Church in Zharkent and Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Kazakhstan, head for Tekeli, about 225 kilometres north-east of Almaty. Kora Gorge, Mosque and Fontan Na Ploshchadi are among the biggest draws.
