Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Semipalatinsk Airport (PLX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
You can take your pick of seven weekly Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your NQZ to PLX flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Semipalatinsk Airport (PLX)
R 602 is the lowest price for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport flight. Return flights start at R 990. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from NQZ to PLX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
To get to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near NQZ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Semipalatinsk Airport (PLX)
If you're coming in on a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PLX:
Getting from Semipalatinsk Airport (PLX) to central Semipalatinsk
Semipalatinsk Airport to the centre of Semipalatinsk has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Semipalatinsk Airport (PLX)
The quietest month for a flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport is September, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Semipalatinsk based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Semipalatinsk Airport for July if you'd like to explore Semipalatinsk during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NQZ to PLX in January. Temperatures average between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF) then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Semipalatinsk has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kazakhstan just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north-west of Semipalatinsk, a trip to Pavlodar will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Ust-Kamenogorsk is another sought-after destination in Kazakhstan and is around 177 kilometres east of Semipalatinsk. No journey is complete without experiencing Holy Trinity Monastery, Left bank complex and Kazakhstan Mountain.
