Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to NQZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Right now, ₹ 24,880 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 52,769. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to NQZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights departing from Edinburgh Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edinburgh Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NQZ instead:
Go beyond Astana and discover places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.
Book your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Astana. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Astana in June.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you want to go to Astana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to NQZ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC and -7ºC on average.
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 you're looking to explore another major stop in Kazakhstan, consider Temirtau, about 161 kilometres south-east of Astana. Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs are among the biggest draws.
