New Delhi to Almaty (DEL–ALA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DEL–ALA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air India and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 1,023 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Air India | 13 | 321 | 3h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 763 | 3h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DEL: IST · ALA: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 5.5:00 PM in Almaty.
Indian passport holders can enter Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 14 days under the unilateral visa waiver for citizens of India (extended periodically, confirm before travel). For stays beyond 14 days, a visa is required. An eVisa is available at vmp.gov.kz for $56 (single-entry, 30-day stay), processed within 5 working days. Embassy visas cost a similar amount and take 5 to 10 working days.
For the 14-day visa-free entry, you need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a return or onward ticket, and proof of accommodation. No registration is needed for stays under 30 days. For the eVisa, upload a passport scan, photo, hotel booking, and return ticket. Business visas require a letter of invitation from a Kazakh entity registered with the migration authorities.
Direct flights from Delhi to Almaty (ALA) run about 4 hours 30 minutes on Air Astana. Connections to Astana (NQZ) route through Almaty or via Dubai, Istanbul, or Tashkent. Kazakhstan uses the Kazakhstani tenge (KZT), trading at roughly 470 KZT per $1. No mandatory vaccinations. Winter temperatures in Astana drop to minus 20 to minus 30 degrees Celsius (December to February). ATMs are widespread in cities, and Visa/Mastercard work at most hotels and restaurants in Almaty and Astana.
Delhi Metro Airport Express runs from New Delhi Railway Station to T3 in 18–20 minutes (₹60 one-way). From Shivaji Stadium (central Delhi) it takes 24 minutes. The line has four stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, and IGI Airport (T3). T1 (domestic) is not directly served; take the metro to T3 and the free airport bus shuttle to T1.Prepaid taxis from the terminal use a metered system with fixed rates; central Delhi costs ₹400–600. Ola and Uber operate widely and are often cheaper. Auto-rickshaws are not permitted on the expressway.
DEL–ALA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEL to ALA
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Almaty International Airport (ALA) are connected by nonstop service from Air India and Cathay Pacific. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DEL to ALA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEL to ALA ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,023 miles (1,646 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 40 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via ICN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.