Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport takes an average of 5 hours 38 minutes. The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, so it's 3 hours ahead of Almaty.
Every week, there are 15 flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you want to jet off as early as possible, select the 00:05 Air Astana flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from ALA to ICN is 22:00 with Asiana Airlines.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Asiana Airlines is your ticket to exploring Seoul (and perhaps some other great parts of South Korea!). Choose from the direct flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALA and ICN:
Manas International Airport
Daxing International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from ALA to ICN, check if you need a visa to enter South Korea. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport is ج.م. 8,606. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 17,504. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ALA to ICN.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from ALA to ICN every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
To get to Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it'll take around 37 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ALA:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Book a hotel near ICN if you're catching a late flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get there by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour and 44 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Seoul in April.
Book your flight from Almaty Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Seoul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19 ºC and 32 ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ALA to ICN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12 ºC and 4 ºC on average.
More about Seoul
After booking your flights from ALA to ICN, you'll need to find a hotel in Seoul. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Seoul to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to N Seoul Tower.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is another international airport for travelling to and from Seoul. It might even be a cheaper or more convenient option depending on your journey, so it's worth giving some thought.
Complete your Seoul trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Incheon International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Seoul stay.
