Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Astana's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Astana 13 hours ahead of Portland.
To ensure you get on your PDX to NQZ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Right now, Rs153,249 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Portland Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs429,039. Keep in mind that 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 tickets from PDX to NQZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Portland Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PDX arrive at their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
To get to Portland Airport from central Portland, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Portland Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PDX:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider booking a hotel near NQZ if you have a late Portland Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Drive into your next adventure with a Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore parts of Astana that most tourists miss.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Astana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Portland Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Astana, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -23ºC and -7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PDX to NQZ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've done Astana, now it's time to explore more of Kazakhstan. Journey around 402 kilometres east to Pavlodar to check off its top attractions. From Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha to Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Make your way 161 kilometres south-east from Astana and you'll be in Temirtau, another favourite among visitors to Kazakhstan. Be sure to check out Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.
