Private jets at Almaty International Airport
Airport information for anyone flying into or out of Almaty by private jet: opening hours, landing permission and runway works. Enter your route and get free quotes from licensed charter companies.
- ALA / UAAAAirport code
- ~15 kmto central Almaty
- 24 hoursOpen, customs included
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Almaty International Airport facts
Almaty International Airport is about 15 km north-east of the city centre. Its main runway is 4,400 metres long and 45 metres wide; the parallel 4,500 m runway is planned to close for reconstruction from late October 2026 to April 2028. The airport is open 24 hours, and customs and passport control are also available 24 hours. Private flights use the south VIP building and VIP apron. For a private flight on a foreign-registered aircraft, landing permission is obtained at least three working days in advance.
Compiled from the airport’s official publications; last checked October 2026. The company flying you confirms the conditions on the day.
Arriving in Almaty by private jet
- Landing and parkingThe aircraft lands on the 4,400 m main runway and goes to the south VIP apron, guided by a follow-me vehicle.
- VIP buildingPassengers go to the south VIP building. Customs and passport control are available 24 hours.
- Getting into the cityThe city centre is about 15 km away. The official taxi point at the airport is open 24 hours, and a bus line runs into the city.
Good to know
- Landing permission at least three working days aheadA private flight to Kazakhstan on a foreign-registered aircraft needs landing permission at least three working days in advance. The company flying you obtains it; if your date is close, mention it in your request.
- Runway reconstructionThe parallel 4,500 m runway is planned to close for reconstruction from late October 2026 to April 2028. During this period flights use the 4,400 m main runway.
Questions about Almaty International Airport
Almaty International Airport (ALA), about 15 km north-east of the city centre.
Yes. The airport is open 24 hours, and customs and passport control are also available 24 hours.
Yes. A private flight on a foreign-registered aircraft needs landing permission at least three working days in advance. The company flying you arranges it.