Travelling from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is one hour behind Shimkent.
Each week, there are 51 Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, go for the 05:30 SCAT Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:40 with Qazaq Air.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CIT to NQZ flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, so jetting off to Astana (and then seeing more of Kazakhstan!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with SCAT Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
₹ 3,453 is currently the best price for a one-way Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 9,468. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CIT to NQZ.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Shymkent Airport (CIT)
62.18% of flights that leave from Shymkent Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Shymkent Airport from central Shimkent, it takes around 0 hours if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 0.16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CIT:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider booking a hotel near NQZ if you're taking a late Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
From Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, Astana is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Astana. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in June.
The warmest month in Astana is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Shymkent Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CIT to NQZ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC and -7ºC on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Astana, now it's time to explore other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey around 402 kilometres east to Pavlodar to check off its leading sights. From Cathedral of the Annunciation to Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres south-east of Astana, Temirtau is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. No visit is complete without checking out Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs.
