Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Almaty Airport is located in Almaty. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 2 hours ahead of Almaty.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from ALA to Shanghai.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from ALA to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can travel to China for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Kazakhstan. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Almaty Airport to Shanghai, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Central Almaty to ALA is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 37 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ALA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Shanghai
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Almaty Airport to Shanghai is $230. The cheapest price for a return flight is $486. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ALA to Shanghai, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Almaty Airport to Shanghai across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometers from central Shanghai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Almaty Airport to Shanghai. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Almaty Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near SHA. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from ALA to Shanghai at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Almaty Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Shanghai, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Almaty Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ALA to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
After locking in your flight from Almaty Airport to Shanghai, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are highlights which should be on any good Shanghai itinerary.
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