Traveling from Washington DC to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Washington DC to Almaty Airport (ALA), there's a nice selection of airports to depart from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are among Washington DC's main terminals.
Almaty Airport is located in Almaty. The city operates in the UTC+6 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Your flight from Washington DC to ALA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travelers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is roughly 5 miles from central Washington DC. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveler tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Almaty Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Almaty Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and ALA include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
IAD is about 35 miles from central Washington DC. It takes 51 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Washington DC to ALA? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Almaty Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ALA:
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 15 miles away. It takes around 37 minutes to get to the center driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Almaty Airport (ALA)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Almaty Airport, $487 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $847. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from Washington DC to ALA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Almaty Airport (ALA)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Almaty. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Almaty Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Washington DC to ALA for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Almaty to range from 54ºF to 90ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Almaty Airport in January when temperatures average between 3ºF and 37ºF.
More about Almaty
Start your Almaty trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Almaty Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. First President's Park, Ascension Cathedral and Central Park are essential stops on your Almaty itinerary.
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