268 € Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

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      Flight deals from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 268 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev flights are currently cheapest in October.

      Direct flights from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

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      Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Istanbul to Astana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.

      Istanbul to Astana: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found268 €
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time5 hrs, 1 min
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week39

      Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is 268 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      5 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
      Turkish Airlines and Air Astana fly direct from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
      As of September 2026, there are 39 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
      The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 1 minute.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Astana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines and Air Astana offer the cheapest flight tickets to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.

      Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know

      • The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is 5 hours.

      • The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Istanbul.

      • Flights from IST to NQZ start at 00:35 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:10 with Air Astana. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flights.

      • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your IST to NQZ flight.

      • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

      • Travelling to Astana (and then discovering more of Kazakhstan!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.

      • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

      Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

      Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

      • Reserve a hotel near NQZ if you're on a late Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

      • Venture beyond Astana and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.

      • Give yourself a better shot at securing the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart move.

      Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana

      • From Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, Astana is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

      • It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

      When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Astana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • When reserving your flight from Istanbul Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Astana, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

      • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to NQZ in January. Temperatures average between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF) then.

      Explore more of Kazakhstan

      • Pavlodar is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.

      • Journey 161 kilometres south-east from Astana and you'll find yourself in Temirtau, another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Be sure to check out Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.

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