Travelling from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ): What you need to know
The timezone in Astana is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of London. Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is located in Astana.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to NQZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to NQZ flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and reach your final stop as expected.
About Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NQZ instead:
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Astana. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)
Right now, $333 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $659. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to NQZ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ). January is the busiest month to travel to Astana. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in December.
Lock in a London to NQZ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Astana to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in January when temperatures are between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF).
More about Astana
Start your Astana trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Astana trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Baiterek, Palace of Peace and Reconciliation and Triumphal Arch Mangilik El.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Astana is only a small part of what Kazakhstan offers. Continue your travels in Temirtau, which is around 153 kilometres away to the southeast. From Museum of the First President to Gorodskoy Muzey, there's plenty to discover in this exciting city.
Kokshetau is another sought-after destination in Kazakhstan and is around 290 kilometres northwest of Astana. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum of Literature and Art, "Ogni Kokshetau" observation deck and Akmola Regional Museum of History and Local Lore.