Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ): what you need to know
Minsk's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Minsk two hours behind Astana.
Your NQZ to MSQ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Belavia is your gateway to discovering Minsk (and perhaps some other great parts of Belarus!). Check out the direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Belavia on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Currently, $1,274 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,901. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NQZ to MSQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Astana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near NQZ:
Arriving at Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Once your Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport flight has landed, relax at a nearby hotel. Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk is a convenient option that's not too far from MSQ.
Travel at your own speed with a Minsk National Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Inspire, Rent Motors or Auto Sale and chase adventure across Minsk and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Minsk National Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to central Minsk
Minsk National Airport to central Minsk has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Minsk. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minsk is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Minsk National Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NQZ to MSQ in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.
Explore more of Belarus
Vitebsk is just one of the many cities in Belarus waiting to be discovered once you've seen Minsk. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Krug Inoplanetyan, Skver 26 Iyunya and Граффити Евгений Леонов StreetSkills.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Minsk, Brest is another favourite stop in Belarus. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Pamyatnik Lyubovniku, Muzey Voyny Territoriya Mira and Art-Object Heart of Brest.