Traveling from Uralsk Airport (URA) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Uralsk and Astana are both in the UTC+5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your URA to NQZ flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Traveling to Astana (and then seeing more of Kazakhstan!) is a cinch with Air Astana. This popular airline has direct flights from Uralsk Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air Astana.
How to find the cheapest flights from Uralsk Airport (URA) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Uralsk Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight is AED 273. A round-trip fare is currently AED 619. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from URA to NQZ, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Uralsk Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Uralsk Airport (URA)
When it comes to Uralsk Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.67% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Uralsk Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Uralsk. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Uralsk Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NQZ instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore beyond Astana's usual tourist stops.
Improve your chances of scoring the best possible rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
From Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, Astana is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Uralsk Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Astana. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in June.
Book your flight from Uralsk Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you want to visit Astana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from URA to NQZ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Astana, now it's time to discover other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey around 402 kilometers east to Pavlodar to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cathedral of the Annunciation to Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another side of Kazakhstan, consider Temirtau, roughly 161 kilometers south-east of Astana. Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs are key highlights.
