Seoul to Almaty (GMP–ALA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between GMP and ALA, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Almaty from Seoul
| Metric | GMP→ALA | ICN→ALA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GMP | – | 20 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 33 |
Travel Essentials
GMP: KST · ALA: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Seoul, it's 2:00 PM in Almaty.
South Korean passport holders enter Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 30 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. This is a bilateral agreement between South Korea and Kazakhstan, not a unilateral waiver. You need proof of onward travel and accommodation.
At immigration, your passport is stamped for up to 30 days. No registration is required for stays under 30 days. For stays beyond 30 days, obtain a visa at the Kazakh Embassy in Seoul before travel, or apply for an eVisa at vmp.gov.kz ($56, single-entry, 30-day stay, processed within 5 working days). Business and work visas require a letter of invitation from a Kazakh entity registered with migration authorities.
Direct flights from Seoul Incheon to Almaty run about 7 hours on Air Astana and Korean Air. Astana (NQZ) connections route through Almaty or via Istanbul. Kazakhstan uses the Kazakhstani tenge (KZT), trading at roughly 2.9 KRW per KZT 1. ATMs in Almaty and Astana accept foreign cards (Visa and Mastercard). No mandatory vaccinations. Kazakhstan has a growing Korean community, descendants of the Koryo-saram (ethnic Koreans deported to Central Asia in 1937), concentrated in Almaty and surrounding areas. Winter in Astana drops to minus 20 to minus 30 Celsius from December to February. Yandex Go (ride-hailing) is the dominant taxi app.
GMP–ALA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Beijing Capital, Gimhae and Beijing Daxing. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seoul (ICN).