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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,218. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Almaty.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.

Almaty.$1,190 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Almaty on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,190, select.

Almaty.$1,203 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Almaty on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,203, select.

Almaty.$1,213 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,213, select.

Almaty.$1,218 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,218, select.

Almaty.$1,228 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,228, select.

Almaty.$1,228 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Mar, returning Sat, 27 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,228, select.

Almaty.$1,323 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,323, select.

Almaty.$1,680 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Almaty on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,680, select.

Almaty.$1,737 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,737, select.

Almaty.$1,758 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,758, select.

Almaty.$1,769 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Sat, 22 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,769, select.

Almaty.$1,771 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr, returning Mon, 19 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,771, select.

Almaty.$1,785 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun, returning Fri, 25 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,785, select.

Almaty.$1,785 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Thu, 4 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,785, select.

Almaty.$1,785 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May, returning Sat, 5 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Almaty on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,785, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$1,187
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	6 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Air Astana
Average flights per week	7

Finding cheap flights from Velana International to Almaty: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Velana International to Almaty?

The best price we found for a return flight from Velana International to Almaty is $1,187. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Velana International to Almaty?

6 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Velana International to Almaty.

Which airlines fly direct from Velana International to Almaty?

Air Astana flies direct from Velana International to Almaty.

How many flights are there a week from Velana International to Almaty?

As of August 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Velana International to Almaty.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Velana International to Almaty?

The cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Almaty is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport on Sunday, 6 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Almaty?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Almaty?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Velana International Airport to Almaty with?

Currently, Air Arabia and Air Astana offer the cheapest flight tickets to Almaty.

Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport is 6 hours 40 minutes.
Malé and Almaty share the UTC+5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MLE to ALA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
FlyArystan offers direct flights from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Almaty — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with FlyArystan on this route.
FlyArystan is the most punctual carrier operating MLE to ALA flights. An exceptional 84.21% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MLE and ALA:
- Dubai Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Zayed International Airport

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

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport flight is $586. A return fare right now is $1,187. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MLE to ALA, book your trip three months ahead of your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MLE to ALA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)

Of all flights departing from Velana International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Velana International Airport is about 2 kilometres from central Malé. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MLE? If you're boarding an early flight from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)

Reserve a hotel close to ALA if you're taking a late Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Almaty Airport rental car and explore Almaty and beyond with your own wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Almaty Airport around two weeks before your trip.

When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Almaty. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you'd like to visit Almaty during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MLE to ALA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC and 3ºC on average.