Traveling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi is one hour ahead of Almaty and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ALA to HAN flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALA and HAN:
Incheon International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight is $256. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $608. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ALA to HAN if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from ALA to HAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city center.
Booked an early flight from Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALA:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HAN instead:
Travel where the road takes you with a Noi Bai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dichung Car Rental to explore parts of Hanoi that most tourists miss.
To secure the best deal, reserve your ride from Noi Bai International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is roughly 16 miles from the center of Hanoi. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 55 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Hanoi. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Almaty Airport to Noi Bai International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Hanoi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 77ºF and 97ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from ALA to HAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 50ºF and 72ºF on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Hanoi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you'll want to see. About 30 miles north-west of Hanoi, a trip to Việt Trì will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
Móng Cái is another must-experience destination in Vietnam and is around 140 miles east of Hanoi. No trip is complete without dropping by Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.