Almaty Airport to Almaty City Centre transfer

20.8 km by road about 34 min without traffic from Almaty International Airport (ALA)

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Private transfers booked with Welcome Pickups. Distance and drive time: OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, 10 October 2026.

The trip

Almaty City Centre is 20.8 km from Almaty Airport by road. With no traffic the drive takes about 34 min; allow more at rush hour and, on arrival, for passport control and baggage. A pre-booked transfer is the door-to-door option: you book before you fly and see the price for your date and group size before you pay.

See the route on OpenStreetMap

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FAQ

How far is Almaty City Centre from Almaty Airport?+

20.8 km by road from Almaty Airport (ALA), about 34 min of driving without traffic (OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, 10 October 2026).

How do I get from Almaty Airport to Almaty City Centre?+

A private transfer goes door to door: book it before you fly and the price for your date is shown before you pay.

Where else can I book a transfer to from Almaty Airport?+

Other places with pre-booked transfers from ALA: Bishkek City (253 km).