Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Atyrau Airport (GUW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Atyrau's timezone is UTC+5, which is the same as Astana.
Flights from NQZ to GUW start from 06:40 — the earliest with Air Astana. The last departure is at 22:20 with Air Astana. In total, you can take your pick of 27 weekly Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your NQZ to GUW flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
SCAT Airlines offers direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Atyrau — and maybe even more of Kazakhstan if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is SCAT Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Atyrau Airport (GUW)
Currently, Rs22,015 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs48,596. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from NQZ to GUW by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
To get to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near NQZ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Atyrau Airport (GUW)
Consider booking a hotel close to GUW if you're on a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to central Atyrau
Atyrau Airport to central Atyrau has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Atyrau Airport (GUW)
June is the busiest month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Atyrau in February.
Book your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Atyrau Airport for July if you'd like to go to Atyrau during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from NQZ to GUW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've seen Atyrau, now it's time to explore other parts of Kazakhstan. Journey around 386 kilometres south to Aktau to tick off its top sights. From Fetisov Pirs 4 to Skal'naya Tropa and Skver Im. Zakharova V. K, Pamyatnik Zakharovu V. K., you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres east of Atyrau, Qulsary is another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Experience major highlights starting with Truba Nachalo, Park Vokzal and Stolovaya Gostinitsa Biseken.
