Travelling from Tbilisi Airport (TBS) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is one hour ahead of Tbilisi.
Your TBS to NQZ flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
FlyArystan has direct flights from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Astana — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is FlyArystan.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tbilisi Airport (TBS) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
R 2,137 is the best price for a one-way Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,495. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from TBS to NQZ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from TBS to NQZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
Handy information about Tbilisi Airport (TBS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tbilisi Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Tbilisi to Tbilisi Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near TBS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Book a hotel near NQZ if you're on a late Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Venture beyond Astana and discover places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.
Increase your likelihood of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a wise 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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Astana based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Tbilisi Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you'd like to visit Astana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TBS to NQZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Pavlodar is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Head 161 kilometres south-east from Astana and you'll find yourself in Temirtau, another favourite among visitors to Kazakhstan. Kick off your sightseeing at Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.

