Travelling from Prague Airport (PRG) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours.
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Prague.
Flights from PRG to NQZ start at 11:35 — the earliest with SCAT Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:00 with SCAT Airlines. In total, you can choose from three weekly Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PRG to NQZ flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Scat Airlines is your gateway to discovering Astana (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Kazakhstan!). Browse the direct flights from Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Scat Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prague Airport (PRG) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight is 143 €. A return fare right now is 313 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book eight months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PRG to NQZ.
Organise your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Prague Airport (PRG)
74% of flights that depart Prague Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Prague to Prague Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PRG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider booking a hotel close to NQZ if you have a late Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go beyond Astana and explore places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car from Avis.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to the centre of Astana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Astana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Prague Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you'd like to go to Astana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PRG to NQZ around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Astana has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Kazakhstan just waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres east of Astana, a trip to Pavlodar will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Next stop? Head for Temirtau. It's about 161 kilometres south-east of Astana and boasts highlights including Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.