Cheap Flights from London (LOND) to Almaty (ALA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Almaty Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $619. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Almaty flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from London to Almaty

London to Almaty: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Almaty below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Almaty.

London to Almaty: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$254
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineAir Astana
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from London to Almaty: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Almaty is $586. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from London to Almaty.
Air Astana flies direct from London to Almaty.
As of April 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from London to Almaty.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Almaty is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Almaty Airport on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Almaty but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Almaty is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA): What you need to know

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is London's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA) departing from here.

  • The average time for a direct London to Almaty International Airport flight is 8 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of London. Almaty International Airport is located in Almaty.

  • You can pick from 3 direct flights every week between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Almaty International Airport (ALA). This is the busiest route, with Air Astana offering a 5:10pm departure from LHR to ALA.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ALA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You can take a direct flight from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • You can lock in a direct flight from London to Almaty International Airport with Air Astana. This top carrier operates departures from LHR.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between LHR and ALA is FlyArystan.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is FlyArystan.

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from London to ALA that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and ALA include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • LHR is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from London to Almaty International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:

  • 78% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Almaty International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and ALA:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Heraklion International Airport (HER)

    • Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV)

  • You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to ALA flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down as expected.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Booking a plane ticket from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA) with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to better fares. When departing from London Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to ALA:

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

    • Antalya Airport (AYT)

    • Heraklion International Airport (HER)

  • From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Almaty International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:

  • STN has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and land as expected.

About Almaty International Airport (ALA)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Almaty International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:

  • Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Almaty International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

Getting from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to central Almaty

  • Almaty International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Almaty. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA)

  • Right now, $254 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Almaty International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $586. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to ALA.

  • The best month for landing cheap London to Almaty International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from London to ALA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Almaty International Airport.

The best time to fly from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to Almaty International Airport (ALA). January is the most popular month to visit Almaty. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Almaty is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your London to ALA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from London to Almaty International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Almaty

  • After booking your flight from London to Almaty International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Almaty:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Ascension Cathedral, Abay Kazakh State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre and Smotrovaya are must-visits when exploring Almaty.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • You've seen Almaty, now it's time to explore other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey around 257 kilometres east to Zharkent to tick off its top attractions. From Zharkent Mosque to Muzey Izobrazitel'nogo Iskusstva Im.a.kasteyeva and Central Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Next? Find your way to Tekeli. It's about 225 kilometres northeast of Almaty and boasts highlights including Ushchel'ye Cherkasay and Soldatskoye Ushchel'ye.

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