What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty to Ili?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Ili is to bus which costs ¥75 - ¥220 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty to Ili?

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Ili is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥460 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Ili?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Ili. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Yining via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Almaty to Ili?

The distance between Almaty and Ili is 374 km. The road distance is 415.8 km.

How do I travel from Almaty to Ili without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty to Ili without a car is to bus which takes 12h 9m and costs ¥75 - ¥220.

How long does it take to get from Almaty to Ili?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Almaty to Ili, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Ili bus from?

Almaty to Ili bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, depart from Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Almaty to Ili?

The best way to get from Almaty to Ili is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥460 - ¥2100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥75 - ¥220 and takes 12h 9m.

Where does the Almaty to Ili bus arrive?

Almaty to Ili bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Yining station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Ili?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Ili is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Almaty to Ili.

Where can I stay near Ili?

There are 12+ hotels available in Ili.

Almaty to Ili - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Almaty to Ili by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Yining Airport (YIN)plane ALA - YIN
4h 1m
¥468–2,014
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Yiningbus 403
12h 9m
¥79–216
Drive 415.8 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Ilicar 415.8 km
4h 37m
¥354–511

Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Yining Airport (YIN) flights

8Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

¥384Cheapest Price

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Distance: 374.5 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Ili, China?

Flyr and World Ticket fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Yining Airport (YIN) once daily. Alternatively, Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal operates a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Yining 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥55–190 and the journey takes 12h.

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