Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Turkistan International Airport (HSA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Turkestan's timezone is UTC+6, which is the same as Almaty.
Take your pick of six weekly Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport flights. The 10:35 departure with Air Astana is the earliest you can take. Air Astana operates the latest service of the day at 23:40.
Your ALA to HSA flight won't wait if you're 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.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Air Astana has direct flights from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Turkestan — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if time allows.
Air Astana tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a well-known stop between ALA and HSA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Turkistan International Airport (HSA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport flight is ر.ق. 102. A round-trip fare right now is ر.ق. 182. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ALA to HSA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from ALA to HSA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it'll take about 35 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.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ALA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Getting from Turkistan International Airport (HSA) to central Turkestan
Turkistan International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Turkestan. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Turkistan International Airport (HSA)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Turkestan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Almaty Airport to Turkistan International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Turkestan, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 39ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALA to HSA in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Continue your adventure and see more of Kazakhstan. Zhangatas is around 129 kilometres east of Turkestan and has plenty of things to keep you busy, including Tsentral'nyy Park.
Next up? Make your way to Lenger. It's located about 177 kilometres south-east of Turkestan and features highlights like Tonilayf Shakhta.
