Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Abu Dhabi is one hour behind Astana and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from NQZ to AUH start at 20:45 — the first with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. The last departure is at 21:15 with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. In total, you can choose from six weekly Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
Your NQZ to AUH 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 traveling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Abu Dhabi (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. This popular carrier has direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has the highest passenger demand on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
AED 1,004 is the lowest price for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 3,254. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from NQZ to AUH by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from NQZ to AUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
To reach Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near NQZ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're landing on a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near AUH:
Follow your own route with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Abu Dhabi and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to the center of Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the most popular month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Abu Dhabi in April.
Before locking in your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NQZ to AUH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometers north-east of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometers north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park are among the biggest draws.