Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is four hours behind Almaty and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ALA to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between ALA and CPT include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Right now, $1,139 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,928. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from ALA to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALA to CPT.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
61.23% of flights leaving from Almaty Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near ALA:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Cape Town in April.
When reserving your flight from Almaty Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ALA to CPT around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top attractions. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another great destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.