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Airport of departure: | Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) |
Airport of arrival: | Almaty International Airport (GYD) |
Flight duration from Ankara to Almaty: | Average of 4 hours 50 minutes |
DEPARTURE : Ankara
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About the Airport
Ankara Esenboga Airport is 28 km away from the city.
Ankara Esenboga Airport
The airport has been serving since 1955. It has domestic and international terminals. It is restructured in 2006 and it has a capacity of 20 million passengers. Besides the commercial locations and lounges, there are luggage wrapping services, cargo terminals, lost luggage office, and medical points. Free WiFi, prayer room and left luggage services are also available.
Transport from Ankara Esenboga Airport to the City Center
The most common way to reach the city center is using the Airport Shuttle called HAVAS. Besides, bus number 442 is also connects the airport to the city center. The shuttles and buses leave in front of the arrival terminal. The final destination is the bus terminal called ASTI. The buses stop at the following stations: Pursaklar, Istanbul Road Metro Station, Diskapi, Ulus, Kizilay, and ASTI.
Rent a car and taxis are also other options to reach the city center.
Public Transport
Buses, mini-buses metros, and taxis are the main public transportation vehicles. Ankara railway network is not complicated. The light metro line connects ASTI – the bus terminal- with Dikimevi. The metro line links Koru and Torekent (OSB) metro stations. ANKARAKart is the smart card that can be refilled and used for public transportation in Ankara.
ARRIVAL : Almaty
There are direct flights between Almaty and Istanbul and a connection flight from Almaty to Abu Dhabi. To obtain cheap flight tickets, you can join the Bolbol campaign or obtain privileged Pegasus cards.
About the Airport
Almaty International Airport (IATA: ALA, ICAO: UAAA) is approximately 15 km away from the city center. It is the biggest airport in Kazakhstan.
Almaty International Airport
Almaty Airport was built in 1935. Previously it was part of the Kazakh Department of Civil Aviation. After the renovations and reorganizations, it is called Alma-Ata Airport in 1991 and run as an independent corporation. Later it is renamed to JSC Almaty International Airport.
Transport from Kazakhstan Almaty International Airport to the City Center
Several buses are used for the city transfer. Bus number 3 runs to connect the city center to the airport, 24/7. Buses numbered 79, 92, 86, and 106 run between the airport and city center. These buses also stop near the train station Almaty-2, the name of the station is Sayakhat. You can also use taxis and car rental companies for your transfer. Pegasus allows you to make an online reservation to rent a car.
Public Transport
City transportation is provided through buses, trolleybus, metro, tram, taxi, and bike. “Onay” transportation pass is utilized for public transportation.
FAQ
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It takes about 4 hours 50 minutes to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Almaty Airport (ALA).
If you are interested in natural beauties, architectural structures, and unique cuisine, then you should visit Almaty.
The best time of year to visit Almaty is from mid-June to early September unless you plan to ski.
Four days will be enough for a well-planned trip to Almaty.
Besides the traditional cloths, there are traditional handmade Kazakh design accessories, such as bags, cushion covers, etc.
Yes, there is. The “Almaty Pass” can be used as tickets for museums, public transportation, and other tourist activities. It also provides discounts on restaurants and hotels. The tickets come with three choices: S, M, and L. The pass L give more opportunities, but it is more expensive.
Almaty is moderately safe. Crime rates are relatively low, and it is generally considered a safe place. Scams and thieves are the most common problems.
Almaty is not an expensive city. The cost of living index in Almaty is approximately 15% lower than in Ankara, which is the capital city of Turkey. On the other hand, Kazakhstan is relatively more expensive than its neighbor countries.