Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)

Astana, Kazakhstan

Overview

Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is the main airport of Kazakhstan's capital, Astana. It is a key hub for Air Astana, connecting the city with Europe, the Gulf, Russia and Asia.

Terminals

A domestic terminal and a newer international terminal handle the airport's traffic.

Transport to city center

City buses and taxis connect the airport to central Astana, with ride-hailing apps widely used.

Lounges

Air Astana and pay-per-use lounges operate in the terminals.

Travel tips

Use ride-hailing apps such as Yandex for transparent fares, and dress for extreme cold in winter.

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