ALA - Almaty Airport
Alma-ata, Kazakhstan
IATA Code: ALA · Alma-ata, Kazakhstan
The airport code ALA is the IATA identifier for Almaty Airport. You may also find it referred to as Alma-ata Airport (ALA).
Almaty Airport (ALA) serves Alma-ata, Kazakhstan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ALA is the IATA airport code for Almaty Airport, located in Alma-ata, Kazakhstan. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.3521°N, 77.0405°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ALA
- City
- Alma-ata
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Timezone
- Asia/Qyzylorda
- Latitude
- 43.3521°
- Longitude
- 77.0405°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ALA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| IKU - Tamchy | 89 km | $1,283 | $3/passenger |
| FRU - Bishkek | 210 km | $3,028 | $6/passenger |
| YIN - Yining | 352 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| AKU - Aksu | 354 km | $5,105 | $10/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 425 km | $6,129 | $12/passenger |
| KHG - Kashi | 432 km | $6,229 | $12/passenger |
| BPL - Bole | 453 km | $6,532 | $13/passenger |
| OSS - Osh | 465 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| DMB - Dzhambul | 469 km | $6,763 | $14/passenger |
| AZN - Andizhan | 489 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| NLT - Xinyuan | 512 km | $7,383 | $15/passenger |
| KCA - Kuqa | 513 km | $7,397 | $15/passenger |
| NMA - Namangan | 523 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| FEG - Fergana | 550 km | $7,931 | $16/passenger |
| UZR - Urzhar | 551 km | $7,945 | $16/passenger |
| QSZ - Yarkant | 564 km | $8,133 | $16/passenger |
| TCG - Tacheng | 617 km | $8,897 | $18/passenger |
| CIT - Chimkent | 626 km | $9,027 | $18/passenger |
| KRY - Karamay | 671 km | $9,676 | $19/passenger |
| TAS - Tashkent | 679 km | $9,791 | $20/passenger |
| LBD - Khudzhand | 701 km | $10,108 | $20/passenger |
| HTN - Hotan | 742 km | $10,700 | $21/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 757 km | $10,916 | $22/passenger |
| KRL - Korla | 767 km | $11,060 | $22/passenger |
| PLX - Semiplatinsk | 815 km | $11,752 | $24/passenger |
| URC - Urumqi | 841 km | $12,127 | $24/passenger |
| UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk | 851 km | $12,271 | $25/passenger |
| TJU - Kulyab | 853 km | $12,300 | $25/passenger |
| GIL - Gilgit | 858 km | $12,372 | $25/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 871 km | $12,560 | $25/passenger |
| DYU - Dushanbe | 872 km | $12,574 | $25/passenger |
| FBD - Faizabad | 886 km | $12,776 | $26/passenger |
| KDU - Skardu | 901 km | $12,992 | $26/passenger |
| IQM - Qiemo | 909 km | $13,108 | $26/passenger |
| KQT - Kurgan Tyube | 920 km | $13,266 | $27/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 926 km | $13,353 | $27/passenger |
| KZO - Kzyl-Orda | 927 km | $13,367 | $27/passenger |
| SKD - Samarkand | 930 km | $13,411 | $27/passenger |
| KJI - Burqin | 942 km | $13,584 | $27/passenger |
| CJL - Chitral | 943 km | $13,598 | $27/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 951 km | $13,713 | $27/passenger |
| TLQ - Turpan | 977 km | $14,088 | $28/passenger |
| PWQ - Pavlodar | 983 km | $14,175 | $28/passenger |
| AAT - Altay | 988 km | $14,247 | $28/passenger |
| UND - Kunduz | 1,015 km | $14,636 | $29/passenger |
| IXL - Leh | 1,026 km | $14,795 | $30/passenger |
| SDT - Saidu Sharif | 1,032 km | $14,881 | $30/passenger |
| NVI - Navoi | 1,047 km | $15,098 | $30/passenger |
| MFG - Muzaffarabad | 1,048 km | $15,112 | $30/passenger |
| FYN - Fuyun | 1,050 km | $15,141 | $30/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ALA Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ALA
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Alma-ata
Alma-ata experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ALA
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, ALA is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via ALA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Almaty Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ALA
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ALA are IKU, FRU, YIN — consider these for potentially lower fares