Travelling from Glasgow to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Almaty Airport (ALA) flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Almaty Airport is located in Almaty. The city operates in the UTC+6 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Glasgow to ALA.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Whether you want to visit another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make during your flight from Glasgow to ALA.
The distance from central Glasgow to GLA is roughly 14 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Almaty Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to Almaty Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and ALA include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Milas-Bodrum Airport (BJV)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
You can get to PIK from central Glasgow in about 38 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 53 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to ALA:
About Almaty Airport (ALA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Almaty Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Almaty Airport is RM2,199. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,681. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Glasgow to ALA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Glasgow to Almaty Airport.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Glasgow to Almaty Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Almaty, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Glasgow to ALA, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Almaty Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Almaty
Start your Almaty trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Almaty Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. First President's Park, Ascension Cathedral and Central Park are leading attractions which should be on every Almaty itinerary.
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