Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Kostanay Airport (KSN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport take 2 hours 25 minutes. Kostanay and Almaty share the same timezone (UTC+6), so you won't have to change your watch when you land.
You can choose from 8 weekly flights from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport. The 04:35 departure with Air Astana is the earliest you can take from ALA to KSN. Air Astana operates the latest service of the day at 20:50 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to Kostanay (and then discovering more of Kazakhstan!) is easy with Air Astana. This popular carrier has direct flights from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport. To look at all your options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Shymkent Airport is a top stopover on the ALA to KSN route.
No need to bring your passport or a visa to fly within Kazakhstan. You will need a valid identity document though, such as an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from ALA to KSN.
Arriving at Kostanay Airport (KSN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KSN:
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Almaty Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 37 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near ALA:
More about Kostanay
Start your Kostanay trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from ALA to KSN, explore our selection of hotel options including:
Victory Park and Central Park are a couple of big attractions to put on your Kostanay must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Triatlon Park.
Getting from Kostanay Airport (KSN) to central Kostanay
Kostanay Airport to central Kostanay is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Complete your Kostanay trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Kostanay Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kostanay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Kostanay Airport (KSN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport is $165. The cheapest price for a return flight is $344. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score flight tickets from ALA to KSN by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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When to fly to Kostanay Airport (KSN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Kostanay. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kostanay is July, with temperatures ranging between 11 ºC and 29 ºC. Book your flights from Almaty Airport to Kostanay Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for flight tickets from ALA to KSN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -23 ºC and -6 ºC on average.