Flying from Madinah Airport (MED) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Madinah.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MED to ALA flight.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Almaty (and then seeing more of Kazakhstan!) is easy with FlyArystan. This popular airline offers direct flights from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is FlyArystan.
The most punctual carrier that operates MED to ALA flights is FlyArystan. Its services land as scheduled 66.67% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MED and ALA:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
At the moment, Rs78,778 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs168,994. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MED to ALA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MED to ALA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
When it comes to Madinah Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Madinah Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Madinah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MED. Whether you're taking an early flight from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Reserve a hotel close to ALA if you have a late Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Almaty Airport rental car and explore Almaty and beyond with your own set of wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Almaty. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Almaty in March.
Before locking in your flight from Madinah Airport to Almaty Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MED to ALA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC and 3ºC on average.