Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Astana is four hours ahead of Madrid and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAD to NQZ flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight is R 2,859. A return fare right now is R 7,085. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from MAD to NQZ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Madrid Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights departing from Madrid Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Madrid Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
If you're coming in on a late Madrid Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near NQZ:
Go beyond Astana and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.
Book your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Astana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you'd like to explore Astana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to NQZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Astana, now it's time to explore more of Kazakhstan. Journey around 402 kilometres east to Pavlodar to check off its must-visit sights. From Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha to Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Any journey through Kazakhstan wouldn't be complete without a stop in Temirtau. Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey are highlights in this destination, which is around 161 kilometres south-east of Astana.