Direct (nonstop) flights from Aktobe to Astana

4 airlines fly nonstop from Aktyubinsk (AKX) to Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ). It's 628 miles (1,010 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Qazaq Air and others.

AKX
Aktyubinsk
🇰🇿 Aktobe, Kazakhstan
NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
628 mi
1,010 km
CO₂/pax
116 kg
−144 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
SCAT Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by SCAT Airlines SCAT Airlines FlyArystan FlyArystan Qazaq Air Qazaq Air Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SCAT Airlines DV SCAT Airlines
Route
AKX → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
628 mi
FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
AKX → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
628 mi
Qazaq Air IQ Qazaq Air
Route
AKX → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
628 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
AKX → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
628 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Aktobe to Astana with one stop · direct emits 116 kg CO₂ per passenger

AKX HSA (Turkistan) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 40m (719 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (550 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AKX → HSA
1h 40m · 719 mi
View AKX to HSA flights →
Leg 2
HSA → NQZ
1h 45m · 550 mi
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AKX CIT (Shymkent) NQZ
Leg 1: 2h (799 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (605 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AKX → CIT
2h · 799 mi
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Leg 2
CIT → NQZ
1h 50m · 605 mi
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AKX SCO (Aktau) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 35m (527 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,071 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AKX → SCO
1h 35m · 527 mi
View AKX to SCO flights →
Leg 2
SCO → NQZ
2h 35m · 1,071 mi
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AKX ALA (Almaty) NQZ
Leg 1: 2h 33m (1,049 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (591 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+168% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AKX → ALA
2h 33m · 1,049 mi
View AKX to ALA flights →
Leg 2
ALA → NQZ
1h 45m · 591 mi
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AKX AYT (Antalya) NQZ
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,600 mi) Leg 2: 4h 50m (2,213 mi) Total: ~9h 15m 🍃 669 kg CO₂ (+477% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AKX → AYT
4h 25m · 1,600 mi
View AKX to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → NQZ
4h 50m · 2,213 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Aktobe to Astana?

A nonstop flight from Aktobe (AKX) to Astana (NQZ) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 628 miles (1,010 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Aktobe to Astana?

4 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Qazaq Air, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Aktobe to Astana?

Yes. 4 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Qazaq Air, Air Astana.

How far is Aktobe from Astana?

The flight distance from Aktobe to Astana is 628 miles (1,010 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Aktobe to Astana?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Aktobe to Astana?

Roughly 116 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 580 km.

Is the return flight from Astana to Aktobe also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Aktobe to Astana?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Aktyubinsk for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.