$43 Cheap Flights from Almaty (ALA) to Astana (NQZ)

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Cheap Flights from Almaty to Astana (ALA-NQZ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $84 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

World Ticket Ltd
Fri, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 16
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$84 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Almaty to Astana, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $84 found 4 hours ago
World Ticket Ltd
Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$85 Roundtrip, just found
$85
Roundtrip
just found
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Almaty to Astana, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $85 just found
World Ticket Ltd
Sun, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 22
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$94 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Almaty to Astana, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $94 found 19 hours ago
World Ticket Ltd
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 10
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$103 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Almaty to Astana, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $103 found 1 day ago
World Ticket Ltd
Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$108 Roundtrip, just found
$108
Roundtrip
just found
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Almaty to Astana, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $108 just found
JSC Aircompany SCAT
Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$110 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select JSC Aircompany SCAT flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from Almaty to Astana, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $110 found 3 days ago
World Ticket Ltd
Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$113 Roundtrip, just found
$113
Roundtrip
just found
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Almaty to Astana, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $113 just found
World Ticket Ltd
Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$116 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Almaty to Astana, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $116 found 2 days ago
Hahn Air Systems
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$166 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Almaty to Astana, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $166 found 18 hours ago
Air Astana
Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
ALA
Almaty
NQZ
Astana
$345 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Astana flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Almaty to Astana, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $345 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Almaty (ALA) to Astana (NQZ)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $66 - $364 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Astana

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Astana (NQZ-Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl.) NQZ. Cheapest option available. Flights from $84
NQZ
Astana (NQZ-Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl.)
Cheapest
Flights from $84
Flights from Almaty (ALA) to Astana (NQZ)
Origin airport
Almaty Intl.
Destination airport
Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Astana, Hahn Air Systems, JSC Aircompany SCAT, World Ticket Ltd
Roundtrip price
$83
Distance
590 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 38 mins

Almaty to Astana Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Almaty to Astana

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Almaty to Astana are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Almaty to Astana with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Almaty to Astana

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Almaty to Astana: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Almaty to Astana

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Almaty to Astana in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Almaty to Astana flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Almaty to Astana airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $43 or cheap return flight from $84 from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
August is the least expensive month to fly from ALA to TSE. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to better flight prices.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, Qazaq Air and FlyArystan are often frequently picked for flights between Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) and Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your ALA to TSE flight.
How many flights per day from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
With an average of 21 direct flights departing from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE) each day, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
More people fly between ALA and NQZ at 2 PM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ALA to NQZ?
Depart on a Friday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE).
What is the earliest flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:25AM UTC+5, heading out of Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA). You'll be flying for around 1h 35m, touching down at Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE) at approximately 7:00AM UTC+5.
How long does it take to fly from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
It takes around 1 hour and 47 minutes to cover the 590 mi from ALA to NQZ.
What is the best time to fly from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
To arrive at Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE) without delays, opt for a flight that leaves from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Astana from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA)?
Explore your flight options from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE). This is the only airport in Astana you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ALA to NQZ just before your journey is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ALA to NQZ flight and hotel package?
Booking an ALA to NQZ flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our wide range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Almaty Intl. Airport (ALA) to Nazarbayev Intl. Airport (TSE)?
If you booked your ALA to NQZ flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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