Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is three hours ahead of Astana, where Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your NQZ to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
NQZ is around 16 kilometers from central Astana. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a hotel near NQZ? If you've booked an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai flight is $299. The cheapest price for a return flight is $531. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from NQZ to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometers. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the center driving.
Book a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and discover parts of Shanghai that aren't on every traveler's list. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from NQZ to Shanghai. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can reach the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometers from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your NQZ to Shanghai flight:
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by securing your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before scheduling your flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
When booking your Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NQZ to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Shanghai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometers west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Around 241 kilometers south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.