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Cheap Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Astana (NQZ)

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Flight deals from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

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Astana.$346 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $346, select.
Astana.$352 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.
Astana.$390 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec, returning Wed, 17 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $390, select.
Astana.$393 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.
Astana.$398 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $398, select.
Astana.$407 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $407, select.
Astana.$411 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.
Astana.$412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Astana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$346
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is $346. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
Pegasus Airlines flies direct from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
As of July 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Astana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.

Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.

  • Astana's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Astana two hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • Each week, there are three Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, take the 00:40 Pegasus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:45 with Pegasus.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your SAW to NQZ flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Astana (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Kazakhstan!). Check out the direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Pegasus.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • $159 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. A return flight starts from $346. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from SAW to NQZ by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SAW to NQZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.

Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • 76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To reach Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take about 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SAW:

Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to NQZ if you're on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore parts of Astana that most tourists miss.

  • Boost your chances of scoring the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.

Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana

  • Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Astana. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Astana in June.

  • When booking your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Astana, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -7ºC (19ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAW to NQZ sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • Astana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Kazakhstan waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres east of Astana, a visit to Pavlodar will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Cathedral of the Annunciation, Chapel of St. Nicholas and Mosquée Mashkur Jusup.

  • Temirtau is another standout destination in Kazakhstan and is around 161 kilometres south-east of Astana. No trip is complete without a visit to Temirtau stele, Zimniy Sad and Tets Pvs.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Astana

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