How long is the flight on the Aktau — Astana route?

The approximate journey time on the Aktau — Astana route is ~1 h 30 min. The exact duration depends on the airline, the aircraft type and whether the itinerary has connections.

What is the distance on the Aktau — Astana route?

The straight-line distance between the cities is about 1 733 km.

How often do flights operate on the Aktau — Astana route?

According to our data, the route is served by 10+ flights per week. Schedules change by season — check exact dates and times in Freedom Travel search.

Which airlines fly the Aktau — Astana route?

Flights on the Aktau — Astana route are operated by several airlines. You can see the current list of carriers for your dates in Freedom Travel search.

How much does a ticket on the Aktau — Astana route cost?

The price of the Aktau — Astana flight depends on the departure date, the airline, the season and how far ahead you book. Check current fares for your dates in Freedom Travel search — the total is shown with all fees included and you can pay by card online.

Air tickets Aktau — Astana

Ticket costs by month

Gathered tickets with best prices by route Aktau — Astana

Airlines flying this route

FlyArystan Direct flight from 42 940 ₸
Air Astana Direct flight from 47 894 ₸
SCAT Direct flight from 47 914 ₸

Departure and arrival airports

Aktau SCO

Main airport of Aktau
Operates around the clock
One passenger terminal
Over 1 million passengers a year

Astana NQZ

Nursultan Nazarbayev

Main airport of Astana
Operates around the clock
2 passenger terminals
Over 8 million passengers a year

Documents for the flight

No visa required

Domestic flight within Kazakhstan

Identity document

Required at check-in

Other flights from Aktau

All destinations from Aktau

Other flights to Astana

All flights to Astana

About the Aktau — Astana flight

Distance between cities 1 733 km
Average flight time ~2 h 25 min
Flight count in a week 10+

Route highlights

Direct flights
Average flight time ~1 h 30 min
Distance ~1733 km

Best time to travel

Late autumn and winter (except the New Year holidays)
Lower demand — lower prices
Flexible dates on weekdays

Traveler tips

Book 2–3 months in advance
Compare prices by month in the calendar
Fly on weekdays (Tue, Wed)

Questions and answers

The approximate journey time on the Aktau — Astana route is ~1 h 30 min. The exact duration depends on the airline, the aircraft type and whether the itinerary has connections.
The straight-line distance between the cities is about 1 733 km.
According to our data, the route is served by 10+ flights per week. Schedules change by season — check exact dates and times in Freedom Travel search.
Flights on the Aktau — Astana route are operated by several airlines. You can see the current list of carriers for your dates in Freedom Travel search.
The price of the Aktau — Astana flight depends on the departure date, the airline, the season and how far ahead you book. Check current fares for your dates in Freedom Travel search — the total is shown with all fees included and you can pay by card online.

A trip to the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan will be comfortable and affordable if you book plane tickets on the Freedom Travel website. On our website you can buy tickets to Astana for direct and connecting flights from national and major international airlines. The distance between the cities is 1,718 km; on a direct flight, travel time will be 2 hours 30 minutes. This route is most popular in April, May and June: it is worth planning your trip in advance.

How to buy a cheap plane ticket Aktau — Astana

On our website you can buy a plane ticket from Aktau to the capital at a good price; for this, Freedom Travel provides:

A convenient search system;
Information about ticket prices by day of the week and month;
The ability to pay for tickets on credit.

The capabilities of Freedom Travel allow you to buy air tickets for direct flights, as well as compose complex routes with connections. To save money when buying air tickets on this route:

Buy round-trip tickets;
Choose flights of low-cost airlines;
Travel with carry-on luggage and optimize your baggage;

Which airlines fly from Aktau to Astana?

A direct flight from Aktau to Astana is offered by the airlines SCAT, Air Astana, Vietjet Qazaqstan: departures are made daily, and travelers are guaranteed comfortable conditions on board.

You can also reach the capital from Aktau by plane on connecting flights – most often travelers make a connection in Atyrau or Shymkent.

Are low-cost airlines available on Aktau — Astana flights?

The Kazakhstani airline FlyArystan is a popular low-cost carrier offering travelers plane tickets at an affordable price. Baggage restrictions apply on the airline's flights, thanks to which the carrier maintains a low level of air ticket prices. By using this air carrier's offers, you will be able to travel more often to Astana and other cities of Kazakhstan.

Which is cheaper — with a connection or a direct flight?

If you choose a flight with a low-cost airline, then a direct flight will be the most affordable in price; in other cases, tickets for connecting flights are often sold at a lower price.

Is it worth buying a ticket in advance?

With a limited travel budget, buying air tickets in advance will allow you to save significantly. By booking air tickets to Astana several weeks before departure, you will be able to:

Choose a convenient flight;
Optimize the route;
Pay for the most convenient seats in the aircraft cabin.

Buy air tickets on the Freedom Travel website, and travel with comfort and pleasure!

Updated: 02.11.2026