Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+6, which is five hours ahead of Barcelona.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your BCN to ALA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BCN and ALA:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, Rs48,195 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs99,282. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from BCN to ALA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BCN to ALA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BCN? If you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ALA if you're catching a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and explore beyond Almaty's main sights.
Booking your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Almaty. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Almaty Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -16ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BCN to ALA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Sarkand is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored after you've seen Almaty. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.
Talghar is another sought-after destination in Kazakhstan and is around 32 kilometres east of Almaty. No journey is complete without dropping by Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.
