Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty's timezone is UTC+6, which makes Almaty five hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to ALA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MEL and ALA:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, Rs128,077 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs256,306. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEL to ALA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
Consider booking a hotel near ALA if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with an Almaty Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and find adventure across Almaty and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Almaty Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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 by car.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Almaty. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -16ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MEL to ALA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've seen Almaty, now it's time to discover other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey around 338 kilometres north-east to Sarkand to check off its top sights. From Park Zhastar to Dom Slavy and Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Kazakhstan, head for Talghar, roughly 32 kilometres east of Almaty. Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek are highlights.