Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is five hours ahead of Manchester and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN 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.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MAN and ALA:
Istanbul Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
AED 712 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 1,573. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to ALA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
65% of flights taking off from Manchester Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Manchester Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Almaty Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex to explore Almaty and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Almaty Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is approximately 14 kilometers from the center of Almaty. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Almaty. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to ALA in January. Average temperatures are between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.