Flying from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): What you need to know
Seattle has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Astana is 12 hours ahead of Seattle. Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is located in Astana, which operates on the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to NQZ, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
In high season, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
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Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
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About Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
At the moment, 449 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 875 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to NQZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Know what you want from your trip before deciding when to book your flight from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ). Astana buzzes during peak season, but flight and hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Astana is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Seattle to NQZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF).
More about Astana
After booking your flight from Seattle to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Astana:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. The Baiterek Tower, Palace of Peace and Reconciliation and EXPO 2017 are highlights which should be on every Astana itinerary.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Temirtau is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Astana. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include City Park of Culture and Leisure, Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Park.
Kokshetau is another sought-after destination in Kazakhstan and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Astana. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum of Literature and Art, Vysota and Naberezhnaya Olzhasa.
