Traveling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is six hours ahead of Manchester and observes the UTC+6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAN to ALA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and ALA:
Heraklion Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport flight is $173. A round-trip fare is currently $374. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to ALA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAN to ALA.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Book a hotel close to ALA if you're on a late Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with an Almaty Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and find adventure across Almaty and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Almaty Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport to the center of Almaty has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 15 miles away.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Almaty. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 90ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºF and 37ºF. Search for cheap tickets from MAN to ALA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Almaty has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kazakhstan just waiting to be explored. Around 210 miles north-east of Almaty, a trip to Sarkand will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.
Around 20 miles east of Almaty, Talghar is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.