Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Batumi Airport (BUS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Batumi is one hour behind Astana and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Your NQZ to BUS flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Batumi (and then exploring more of Georgia!) is a cinch with SCAT Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport.
SCAT Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Batumi Airport (BUS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport flight is Rs57,952. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs113,403. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from NQZ to BUS.
The cheapest month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
To reach Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to NQZ? If you've booked an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Batumi Airport (BUS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUS instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Batumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TBILISICARS.COM, Avis or Europcar and experience more of Batumi and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Batumi Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Batumi Airport (BUS) to central Batumi
From Batumi Airport, Batumi is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Batumi Airport (BUS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Batumi in February.
When reserving your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Batumi Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Batumi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NQZ to BUS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Georgia
You've visited Batumi, now it's time to explore more of Georgia. Travel about 257 kilometres east to Tbilisi to tick off its popular sights. From Peace Bridge to The Japanese Garden - Tbilisi Botanical Garden and Rike Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 113 kilometres north-east of Batumi, Kutaisi is another essential stop in Georgia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi Historical Museum and Kutaisi Botanical Garden.