Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty's timezone is UTC+6, which makes Almaty six hours ahead of Bristol.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BRS to ALA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BRS and ALA:
Heraklion Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, AED 748 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,292. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from BRS to ALA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport.
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Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bristol Airport, 69.8% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Bristol Airport is about 16 kilometers from central Bristol. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BRS:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're arriving on a late Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ALA:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex to explore Almaty and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Almaty Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport to the center of Almaty has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometers away.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Almaty in February.
Book your flight from Bristol Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you want to go to Almaty during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BRS to ALA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Sarkand is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Almaty. Around 338 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.
If you're eager to discover another side of Kazakhstan, head for Talghar, about 32 kilometers east of Almaty. Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek are key reasons to visit.