Cheap Flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul

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      Flight deals from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs97,654. 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 Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

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

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

      Direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul

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      Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

      Astana to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRs45,426
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time5 hrs, 54 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week44

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul is Rs96,674. 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 54 minutes is the average flight time from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul.
      Turkish Airlines and Air Astana fly direct from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul.
      As of September 2026, there are 44 flights per week flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul is usually January.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport on Monday, 25 January 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 54 minutes.
      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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, FlyArystan and Air Astana offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

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

      • The average duration of a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport is 5 hours 50 minutes.

      • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours behind Astana.

      • Flights from NQZ to IST start from 02:15 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:20 with Air Astana. Overall, you can choose from 16 weekly Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your NQZ to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

      • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

      Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

      • Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Astana. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

      • Catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near NQZ:

      Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

      When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

      • Lock in your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.

      • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NQZ to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

      • If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are highlights.

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