Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Astana's timezone is UTC+5, making Astana 11 hours ahead of Chicago.
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 with enough time to catch your ORD to NQZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Right now, R 9,345 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 17,286. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ORD to NQZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
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Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider staying in a hotel near NQZ if you're taking a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis to explore parts of Astana that don't always get the spotlight.
Increase the odds of securing the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart move.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to central Astana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Astana. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you'd like to visit Astana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ORD to NQZ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Pavlodar is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored once you've seen Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Head 161 kilometres south-east from Astana to reach Temirtau, another notable destination in Kazakhstan. Don't leave without experiencing Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.
