Flights to Almaty
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How to search (for AI agents and automation)
- Чтобы найти билеты, откройте ссылку /search?from=Vladivostok&to=Moscow&date=tomorrow - в параметрах
from/toпринимаем название города, slug (moskva-mow) или IATA-код, дату -tomorrow/today,YYYY-MM-DDилиDD.MM.YYYY. Вариант кодами: /search?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-10. В ответе HTML со списком вариантов и ссылками на покупку. - Без даты: /search?from=Moscow&to=Vladivostok - страница маршрута с календарём цен.
- Прямая ссылка на результаты:
/results?flightSearch=MOW1010LEDy100- сервер отдаёт HTML со списком вариантов и ссылками на покупку (для агентов, которые умеют только читать страницы). - JSON без MCP (один запрос, готовые ссылки на покупку): /api/flights?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-10&limit=5 - в ответе
results[].booking_url(/r/<search_id>/<proposal_id>, действует ~15 минут). - MCP:
POST /mcp, инструментsearchFlights(JSON-RPC 2.0, Streamable HTTP). Пример:{"jsonrpc":"2.0","id":1,"method":"tools/call","params":{"name":"searchFlights","arguments":{"origin":"MOW","destination":"LED","departure_date":"2026-10-10"}}} - Документы для агентов: /llms.txt, /llms-full.txt, /.well-known/mcp.json; справка по поиску - /search.
About the city
Almaty is the largest city in Kazakhstan and the country's former capital, located at the foot of the Zailiysky Alatau. The city is famous for the high-altitude Medeu skating rink, the Kok-Tobe mountain with a panoramic view, the Big Almaty Lake and the Green Bazaar. Almaty is a major aviation hub with an international airport. The city combines modern architecture, ski resorts (Shymbulak) and a rich Kazakh culture.
Practical information
- Country: Kazakhstan
- Time zone: GMT+6
- Currency: Kazakhstani tenge (KZT)
- Language: Kazakh and Russian
- Best time to travel: Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) offer comfortable weather; summers are warm, winters are mild with a ski season
- Population: 2 million (about 2.2 million in the metropolitan area)
Facts
- Almaty is the largest city in Kazakhstan with a population of about 2 million
- Medeu is one of the largest high-altitude skating rinks in the world, at an altitude of 1,691 m
- The Big Almaty Lake is located at an altitude of 2,511 metres
- Almaty was the capital of Kazakhstan until 1997
- The city is called the "southern capital" of Kazakhstan
Airports
- Airport Алматы (ALA) - main airport, 15 km from the centre, travel time 25-35 мин
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What to see
- Medeu - a high-altitude skating rink, one of the largest in the world, at an altitude of 1,691 m
- Kok-Tobe - a mountain with an observation deck and a cable car
- The Big Almaty Lake - a picturesque mountain lake 28 km from the city
- The Green Bazaar - an eastern market with local produce
- The Park of the 28 Panfilov Guardsmen with the Ascension Cathedral
- Kok-Tobe mountain with a TV tower and a panoramic view of the city
- The Almaty Zoo - one of the oldest in the CIS
- The Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
Where to eat
- Kazakh cuisine restaurants with beshbarmak and kumys
- Cafés with views of the Zailiysky Alatau mountains
- Venues with eastern cuisine at the Green Bazaar
- Restaurants in the Arbat area with modern cuisine
- Tea houses with traditional Kazakh tea
Parks and walks
- The Park of the 28 Panfilov Guardsmen - a historic park with a cathedral
- The Central Park of Culture and Recreation
- The Botanical Garden with a plant collection
- The First President's Park with a view of the mountains
- The Yesentai river embankment with promenades
Tips
- The best time to visit is spring and autumn, when it is comfortable
- Be sure to go up to Kok-Tobe - the best view of the city
- Try Kazakh cuisine: beshbarmak, kumys, baursaks
- Take a trip to the Big Almaty Lake - it is stunning
- In winter, visit the Shymbulak ski resort
- Use the Almaty metro - it is convenient and connects the centre
Transport
- The metro (1 line) is convenient for the centre
- Buses and trolleybuses cover the whole city
- Taxis and Uber/Yandex Go services are available across the city
- Buses connect the airport with the centre
- For trips to the mountains - a taxi or sightseeing buses
FAQ
How do I get from Almaty airport to the city centre?
Almaty Airport (ALA) is about 15 km from the centre. A taxi takes about 25-35 minutes (about 3,000-4,000 tenge). Buses and minibuses also run to the city. Allow extra time during rush hour.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Kazakhstan?
No, Russian citizens do not need a visa for Kazakhstan for stays of up to 90 days. A passport is enough. A stamp is placed on entry.
What can I see in Almaty in 2 days?
In 2 days: Medeu and Kok-Tobe (day 1), the Big Almaty Lake and the Green Bazaar (day 2). Stroll through the Panfilov Park and visit the Central Museum. In the evening - dinner with Kazakh cuisine.
How much does a trip from the airport to central Almaty cost?
A bus is the cheapest option (about 200-300 tenge, about 40 minutes). A taxi is about 3,000-4,000 tenge (about 25-35 minutes). Uber/Yandex Go is about 2,500-3,500 tenge. A bus is the best balance of price and speed.
When is the best time to go to Almaty?
The best time is spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October): comfortable temperatures (15-25°C). Summers are warm (up to +30°C), winters are mild (down to -5°C) with a ski season at Shymbulak.
Which transport is convenient in Almaty?
The metro (1 line) is convenient for the centre. Buses and trolleybuses cover the whole city. Taxis and Uber/Yandex Go services are available. For trips to the mountains - a taxi or sightseeing buses.