Travelling from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Shimkent and Astana share the same timezone, UTC+5.
Take your pick of 56 weekly Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flights. The 05:20 departure with SCAT Airlines is the earliest available. SCAT Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:20.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CIT to NQZ flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Astana (and then discovering more of Kazakhstan!) is easy with Scat Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Scat Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight is R 1,091. A round-trip ticket is currently R 1,932. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from CIT to NQZ, reserve your journey three months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shimkent Airport (CIT)
Of the flights that depart from Shimkent Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Shimkent to Shimkent Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CIT? If you're boarding an early flight from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
If you're coming in on a late Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near NQZ:
Start your adventure sooner with a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore parts of Astana that don't always get the spotlight.
To secure the best deal, reserve your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Astana. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Astana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Shimkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Astana, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CIT to NQZ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Pavlodar is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Where to next? Travel to Temirtau. It's roughly 161 kilometres south-east of Astana and is home to highlights including Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.
