# Almaty International Airport (ALA) — Air Freight Rates, Routes & Airlines

> Air freight from Almaty International Airport (ALA) in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Routes, airlines, and rates. Get an instant quote.

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## Almaty International Airport (ALA) Air Freight

**Almaty International Airport (ALA)** in Almaty, Kazakhstan is a key air-cargo gateway for the Almaty region. The airport connects to 14 destinations via international cargo services and is served by multiple airlines. Air freight is always charged on chargeable weight — the higher of actual gross weight and volumetric weight (volume in cm³ ÷ 6,000) — in line with standard IATA rules.

## Air Freight Routes from Almaty

- [Moscow, Russia](/shipping/kazakhstan-to-russia-air-freight-rates/)

## Airlines Serving ALA

Airlines operating cargo services through Almaty International Airport (ALA) include: Aeroflot, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Bek Air, Belavia, Jsc Aircompany Scat, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine Intl Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways. Services may include both belly-hold capacity on scheduled passenger flights and dedicated freighter operations depending on the route and season.

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## FAQ

**How is air freight priced from Almaty International Airport (ALA)?**
Air freight from ALA is priced on chargeable weight (CW), which is the greater of actual gross weight (kg) and volumetric weight (L×W×H in cm ÷ 6,000). The rate per kg depends on the destination, airline, service level (standard, express, or time-definite), and commodity. Fuel surcharges (FSC) and security surcharges (SSC) apply in addition to the base rate. Use our form above for a current quote.

**What customs requirements apply for shipments at Almaty?**
Shipments arriving at Almaty International Airport from international origins are subject to Kazakhstan customs procedures. Applicable import duties, VAT, and commodity-specific licences must be arranged in advance. All international air freight shipments require a valid airway bill (AWB), commercial invoice, and packing list as a minimum. Regulated goods such as pharmaceuticals, food products, live animals, and hazardous materials require additional documentation and approvals.

**What are typical transit times from Almaty?**
Transit times from Almaty International Airport vary by destination. Regional routes within the same continent typically take 1–2 business days. Intercontinental routes commonly take 3–5 business days. Express and next-flight-out services can reduce transit time significantly. Allow 1–2 additional business days for customs clearance at the destination airport.

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