Traveling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is five hours ahead of Munich and observes the UTC+6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MUC to ALA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Almaty Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MUC and ALA:
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
$185 is the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Return flights start from $398. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MUC to ALA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights that take off from Franz Josef Strauss Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Franz Josef Strauss Airport from central Munich, it takes about 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MUC:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Almaty Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and venture far and wide through Almaty and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Almaty Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 15 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Almaty. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you want to go to Almaty during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 90ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from MUC to ALA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºF and 37ºF on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Almaty, now it's time to explore other corners of Kazakhstan. Travel about 210 miles north-east to Sarkand to tick off its popular sights. From Park Zhastar to Dom Slavy and Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Kazakhstan, head for Talghar, roughly 20 miles east of Almaty. Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek are key highlights.