Flying from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Astana's timezone is UTC+5, making Astana two hours ahead of Minsk.
To ensure you get on your MSQ to NQZ flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Belavia is your gateway to discovering Astana (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Kazakhstan!). Browse the direct flights from Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport offered by this airline.
Belavia is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
At the moment, $708 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,112. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSQ to NQZ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
When it comes to Minsk National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Minsk to Minsk National Airport is around 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, have a look at Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk. It's a short ride from MSQ.
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider booking a hotel close to NQZ if you're taking a late Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car and discover corners of Astana that aren't the typical tourist stops. Book your wheels with Avis.
Reserve your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport a few weeks ahead to get the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to central Astana has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Astana. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in June.
Book your flight from Minsk National Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport for July if you want to go to Astana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSQ to NQZ in January. Temperatures average between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF) then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Astana, now it's time to discover more of Kazakhstan. Travel about 402 kilometers east to Pavlodar to tick off its top attractions. From Cathedral of the Annunciation to Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometers south-east of Astana, Temirtau is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs.