Flying from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): What you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ).
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is three hours ahead of Bucharest. Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is located in Astana.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Bucharest to NQZ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In high season, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, data shows 71.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
About Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider booking a hotel near NQZ if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
At the moment, 123 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 308 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Bucharest to NQZ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Before you book your flight from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ), figure out what time of year suits you best. Peak season in Astana offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season generally means better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
When booking your Bucharest to NQZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Astana, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport in January when temperatures are between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF).
More about Astana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Astana right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Baiterek Tower, Palace of Peace and Reconciliation and EXPO 2017 are essential stops on your Astana itinerary.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've done Astana, now it's time to explore other corners of Kazakhstan. Travel about 153 kilometres south-east to Temirtau to check off its must-visit sights. From City Park of Culture and Leisure to Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Astana, Kokshetau is another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museum of Literature and Art, Vysota and Naberezhnaya Olzhasa.