Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is 13 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your LAX to NQZ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Right now, R 7,713 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,288. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LAX to NQZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LAX to NQZ.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LAX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NQZ instead:
Venture beyond Astana and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.
Book your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport a few weeks ahead to get the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Astana. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Astana in March.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you want to explore Astana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to NQZ in January. Temperatures average between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF) then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Pavlodar is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Next up? Find your way 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.
