Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Astana is three hours ahead of Athens and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to NQZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
At the moment, $283 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $548. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to NQZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NQZ instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore parts of Astana that most tourists miss.
Give yourself a better shot at securing a great deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
From Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, Astana is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Astana. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in June.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International 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 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to NQZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've visited Astana, now it's time to discover more of Kazakhstan. Journey around 402 kilometres east to Pavlodar to tick off its leading attractions. From Cathedral of the Annunciation to Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 161 kilometres south-east of Astana, Temirtau is another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Start your sightseeing at Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs.