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Astana.R 1,150 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,150, select.
Astana.R 1,165 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,165, select.
Astana.R 1,166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,166, select.
Astana.R 1,167 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,167, select.
Astana.R 1,169 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,169, select.
Astana.R 1,169 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,169, select.
Astana.R 1,197 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,197, select.
Astana.R 1,282 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Qazaq Air.Outbound direct flight with Qazaq Air departs from Samarkand on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,282, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Samarkand to Astana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.

Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

6km from central Astana
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Samarkand to Astana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,150
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineQazaq Air
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is R 2,127. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
Qazaq Air and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
As of February 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
The cheapest month to fly from Samarkand to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport on Friday, 20 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Astana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qazaq Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.

Travelling from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know

  • Samarkand and Astana are in the UTC+5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SKD to NQZ flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • At the moment, R 1,150 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,127. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SKD to NQZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SKD to NQZ.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.

Handy information about Samarkand Airport (SKD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Samarkand Airport, 66.25% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Samarkand to Samarkand Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SKD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • Reserve a hotel close to NQZ if you're on a late Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Venture beyond Astana and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.

  • To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your day of departure.

Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana

  • Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Astana. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is June, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Astana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When reserving your flight from Samarkand Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Astana, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SKD to NQZ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • Pavlodar is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored once you've seen Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Cathedral of the Annunciation, Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup.

  • If there's time to check out another side of Kazakhstan, head for Temirtau, roughly 161 kilometres south-east of Astana. Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs are key reasons to visit.

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