Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is four hours behind Almaty and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your ALA to MAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ALA and MAD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Rs52,422 is currently the best price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs109,435. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ALA to MAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
71% of flights that take off from Almaty Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Almaty Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ALA? If you're catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you have a late Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Travel at your own pace with a Madrid Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and venture far and wide through Madrid and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Almaty Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to go to Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ALA to MAD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its popular sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Salamanca is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without a visit to Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.