Non-stop flights from Astana (NQZ)
Astana Airport (IATA: NQZ, ICAO: UACC), also known as Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, is the second largest airport in Kazakhstan.It is an international airport and serves the area of Astana, Kazakhstan.Astana Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 57 destinations in 22 countries.
At present, there are 15 domestic flights from Astana.
The longest flight from Astana NQZ is a 3,425 mile (5,512 km) non-stop route to Nha Trang CXR. This direct flight takes around 8 hours and 20 minutes and is operated by Air Astana.
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In total there are 22 airlines flying from and to Astana. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Astana
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Astana, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Astana that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Astana. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Astana by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Astana below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Long-haul Flights from Astana
Long-haul flights open up the world, enabling travellers from Astana to easily reach distant destinations! Proper preparation and awareness of what to expect can transform these long journeys into a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
Flights are usually operated by a wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777, 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A330, A350, and A380, offering fuel efficiency and comfort. On most airlines, you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages in Economy Class, as well as seat-back screens with entertainment systems, and even Wi-Fi. Long-haul flights often involve crossing multiple time zones, leading to potential jet lag. Adjusting your sleep schedule to the destination’s time zone before departure can help minimize jet lag.
Finally, don't forget to bring your travel pillow, eye mask, and noise-canceling headphones to make your flight as comfortable as possible, as you will be on the plane for 7 hours or more!
Explore all long-haul destinations from Astana (with a flight duration of more than 7 hours) below:
Best time to travel from Astana
When planning a trip from Astana, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 16 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Astana. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Astana currently offers non-stop flights to 14 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
At the moment, 8 Hot Continental destinations are accessible with a direct flight from Astana. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Astana, you have the option to take a direct flight to 7 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Astana to 4 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 4 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Astana, consider these 3 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations
As of now, there's only one Warm Mediterranean destination that you can reach with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, you can expect lovely and warm temperatures in late spring and summer up to 30°C (86°F), from April to September. Most of the rain falls between October and February.
Business class flights from Astana
There are 29 airports that have flights from Astana in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from NQZ are listed below:
First class flights from Astana
There is only one airport that has First Class flights from Astana, which is Warsaw (WAW).
Intercontinental flights from Astana
The following is an overview of all non-stop intercontinental flights operating from Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ).
* Please note that there are no direct services between Astana and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, Japan or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Astana to Europe
Scat Air: seasonal flights to Prague (PRG), Moscow Vnukovo (VKO), Saint Petersburg (LED) and Belgrade (BEG).
Air Astana: year-round to Frankfurt (FRA) and seasonal flights to Podgorica (TGD).
Lufthansa (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Frankfurt (FRA).
LOT (Star Alliance): year-round to Warsaw (WAW).
Red Wings: seasonal flights to Kazan (KZN), Yekaterinburg (SVX) and Mineralnye Vody (MRV).
Aeroflot: seasonal flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO).
Belavia: seasonal flights to Minsk (MSQ).
Qazaq Air: seasonal flights to Novosibirsk (OVB) and Omsk (OMS).
S7 Airlines: seasonal flights to Novosibirsk (OVB).
Non-stop flights from Astana to Africa
Air Cairo is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Astana to Africa. They fly year-round to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH).
Non-stop flights from Astana to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Scat Air: seasonal flights to Batumi (BUS).
Air Astana: seasonal flights to Tbilisi (TBS), Antalya (AYT), Bodrum (BJV), year-round flights to Istanbul (IST) and seasonal flights to Dubai (DXB).
FlyArystan: seasonal flights to Batumi (BUS), Kutaisi (KUT) and Gazipaşa (GZP).
AJet: year-round to Ankara (ESB).
Pegasus: seasonal flights to Antalya (AYT) and Istanbul (Sabiha) (SAW).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Istanbul (IST).
Flydubai: seasonal flights to Dubai (DXB).
Azerbaijan: year-round to Baku (GYD).
Shirak Avia: seasonal flights to Yerevan (EVN).
Non-stop flights from Astana to China
Air Astana: year-round to Beijing (PEK) and seasonal flights to Guangzhou (CAN).
Air China (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Beijing (PEK) and year-round flights to Xi'an (XIY).
China Southern: year-round to Urumqi (URC).
Non-stop flights from Astana to East Asia
Air Astana is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Astana to Eastern Asia. They fly year-round to Seoul (ICN).
Non-stop flights from Astana to South-East Asia
Air Astana is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Astana to South-Eastern Asia. They fly seasonal to Phuket (HKT), Da Nang (DAD), Nha Trang (CXR) and Phu Quoc (PQC).
Non-stop flights from Astana to Central Asia
FlyArystan has a strong network of non-stop flights to Central Asia.
Scat Air: seasonal flights to Aktau (SCO), Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) (AKX), Almaty (ALA), Atyrau (GUW), Oskemen (Ust-Kamenogorsk) (UKK), Shymkent (CIT) and Taraz (DMB).
Air Astana: year-round to Aktau (SCO), Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) (AKX), Almaty (ALA), Atyrau (GUW), seasonal flights to Kostanay (KSN), year-round flights to Oral (Uralsk) (URA), Oskemen (Ust-Kamenogorsk) (UKK) and seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
Qazaq Air: seasonal flights to Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) (AKX), Almaty (ALA), Jezkazgan (DZN), Kostanay (KSN), Kyzylorda (KZO), Petropavl (PPK), Taldykorgan (TDK), Samarkand (SKD) and Bishkek (BSZ).
Lufthansa (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Almaty (ALA).
FlyArystan: seasonal flights to Aktau (SCO), Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) (AKX), Almaty (ALA), Atyrau (GUW), Kostanay (KSN), Kyzylorda (KZO), Oral (Uralsk) (URA), Oskemen (Ust-Kamenogorsk) (UKK), Semey (PLX), Shymkent (CIT) and Tashkent (TAS).
Centrum Air: seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
Uzbekistan Airways: seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
Somon Air: seasonal flights to Dushanbe (DYU).
International flights from Astana
Flights from Astana to Armenia
Yerevan is the only destination in Armenia with direct flights from Astana. Direct flights to Yerevan are offered by Shirak Avia. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Armenia
Flights from Astana to Azerbaijan
In Azerbaijan, the only destination that has a direct flight from Astana is Baku. Direct flights to Baku are offered by Azerbaijan.
All flights to Azerbaijan
Flights from Astana to Belarus
There is 1 destination in Belarus that has a direct connection from Astana, which is Minsk. Direct flights to Minsk are offered by Belavia. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Belarus
Flights from Astana to China
There are 4 destinations in China that have non-stop flights from Astana.
You can fly non-stop to Beijing with Air Astana or Air China (Star Alliance).
The only airline with direct flights to Guangzhou is Air Astana. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Urumqi with China Southern.
The only airline with direct flights to Xi'an is Air China (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Astana to Cyprus
In Cyprus, the only destination that has a direct flight from Astana is Larnaca. Direct flights to Larnaca are offered by Air Astana. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
All flights to Cyprus
Flights from Astana to Czechia
Prague is the only destination in Czechia with direct flights from Astana. Direct flights to Prague are offered by Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Czechia
Flights from Astana to Egypt
There is 1 destination in Egypt that has a direct connection from Astana, which is Sharm el-Sheikh. Direct flights to Sharm el-Sheikh are offered by Air Cairo.
All flights to Egypt
Flights from Astana to Georgia
If you are looking for a direct flight from Astana to Georgia, there are 3 destinations to choose from.
You can fly non-stop to Batumi with FlyArystan or Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
The only airline with direct flights to Kutaisi is FlyArystan. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Tbilisi with Air Astana. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
All flights to Georgia
Flights from Astana to Germany
Frankfurt is the only destination in Germany with direct flights from Astana. You can fly non-stop to Frankfurt with Air Astana or Lufthansa (Star Alliance).
All flights to Germany
Flights from Astana to Kyrgyzstan
In Kyrgyzstan, the only destination that has a direct flight from Astana is Bishkek. Direct flights to Bishkek are offered by Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Kyrgyzstan
Flights from Astana to Mongolia
There is 1 destination in Mongolia that has a direct connection from Astana, which is Ulaanbaatar. Direct flights to Ulaanbaatar are offered by Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
All flights to Mongolia
Flights from Astana to Montenegro
In Montenegro, the only destination that has a direct flight from Astana is Podgorica. Direct flights to Podgorica are offered by Air Astana. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
All flights to Montenegro
Flights from Astana to Poland
Warsaw is the only destination in Poland with direct flights from Astana. Direct flights to Warsaw are offered by LOT (Star Alliance).
All flights to Poland
Flights from Astana to Russia
In Russia there are several destinations from Astana (8 in total).
To Kazan and Mineralnye Vody, you can fly with Red Wings.
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Moscow Sheremetyevo with Aeroflot. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Moscow Vnukovo is Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Novosibirsk with Qazaq Air or S7 Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Omsk with Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Direct flights to Saint Petersburg are offered by Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Yekaterinburg is Red Wings. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Russia
Flights from Astana to Serbia
There is 1 destination in Serbia that has a direct connection from Astana, which is Belgrade. Direct flights to Belgrade are offered by Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Serbia
Flights from Astana to South Korea
Seoul is the only destination in South Korea with direct flights from Astana. Direct flights to Seoul are offered by Air Astana.
All flights to South Korea
Flights from Astana to Tajikistan
In Tajikistan, the only destination that has a direct flight from Astana is Dushanbe. Direct flights to Dushanbe are offered by Somon Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Tajikistan
Flights from Astana to Thailand
There is 1 destination in Thailand that has a direct connection from Astana, which is Phuket. Direct flights to Phuket are offered by Air Astana. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
All flights to Thailand
Flights from Astana to Turkey
In Turkey there are several destinations from Astana (6 in total).
Direct flights to Ankara are offered by AJet.
You can fly non-stop to Antalya with Air Astana or Pegasus. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Bodrum with Air Astana. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in August.
The only airline with direct flights to Gazipaşa is FlyArystan. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Istanbul with Air Astana or Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Istanbul (Sabiha) with Pegasus. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Turkey
Flights from Astana to United Arab Emirates
In United Arab Emirates, the only destination that has a direct flight from Astana is Dubai. You can fly non-stop to Dubai with Air Astana or Flydubai. This route is not operational yet but will start in May.
All flights to United Arab Emirates
Flights from Astana to Uzbekistan
In Uzbekistan, there are 2 destinations from Astana.
Direct flights to Samarkand are offered by Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
From Astana to Tashkent there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Astana, Centrum Air, FlyArystan and Uzbekistan Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Uzbekistan
Flights from Astana to Vietnam
If you are looking for a direct flight from Astana to Vietnam, there are 3 destinations to choose from.
All direct flights from Astana to Da Nang, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc are operated by Air Astana.
All flights to Vietnam
Domestic flights from Astana
Flights from Astana to Kazakhstan
There are lots of domestic flights from Astana (NQZ). 15 airports in Kazakhstan have direct flights from the airport.
Non-stop flights to Aktau are offered by Air Astana, FlyArystan and Scat Air.
From Astana to Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Astana, FlyArystan, Qazaq Air and Scat Air.
From Astana to Almaty there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Astana, FlyArystan, Lufthansa (Star Alliance), Qazaq Air and Scat Air.
Non-stop flights to Atyrau are offered by Air Astana, FlyArystan and Scat Air.
Direct flights to Jezkazgan are offered by Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
Non-stop flights to Kostanay are offered by Air Astana, FlyArystan and Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Kyzylorda with FlyArystan or Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Oral (Uralsk) with Air Astana or FlyArystan.
Non-stop flights to Oskemen (Ust-Kamenogorsk) are offered by Air Astana, FlyArystan and Scat Air.
The only airline with direct flights to Petropavl is Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Direct flights to Semey are offered by FlyArystan. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Shymkent with FlyArystan or Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Direct flights to Taldykorgan are offered by Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Taraz is Scat Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Astana to Turkistan with FlyArystan. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to Kazakhstan
Alternative airports near Astana
There is one alternative airport to Astana (NQZ) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which is Karaganda (KGF).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Astana?
There is 1 airport in Astana: Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ).
What is the best airport to fly from Astana?
The most convenient airport to fly from Astana is Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ).
How many airlines fly from Astana?
There are 22 airlines flying from Astana to 57 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Astana?
Air Astana, FlyArystan and Scat Air operate most flights from Astana. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Astana?
Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying from Astana.
How many nonstop flights are there from Astana?
There are roughly 2,315 flights departing from Astana every month (or 539 flights each week), to a total of 57 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Astana Airport?
The official name of Astana Airport is Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
What is the airport code of Astana Airport?
The airport code of Astana Airport is NQZ.
What are the most popular flights from Astana?
Almaty, Shymkent and Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) are the 3 most popular routes from Astana. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Astana, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Astana?
| Astana to Almaty | 1h 50m |
| Astana to Shymkent | 1h 40m |
| Astana to Aktobe (Aktyubinsk) | 1h 50m |
| Astana to Atyrau | 2h 30m |
| Astana to Kostanay | 1h 25m |
