Direct (nonstop) flights from Astana to Aktobe

4 airlines fly nonstop from Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Aktyubinsk (AKX). It's 628 miles (1,010 km), about 2h 3m in the air. Operated by SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Qazaq Air and others.

NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
✈
AKX
Aktyubinsk
🇰🇿 Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
2h 3m
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
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Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SCAT Airlines DV SCAT Airlines
Route
NQZ → AKX
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
628 mi
FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
NQZ → AKX
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
628 mi
Qazaq Air IQ Qazaq Air
Route
NQZ → AKX
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
628 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
NQZ → AKX
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
628 mi

Alternative Routes

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

NQZ → HSA (Turkistan) → AKX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (550 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (719 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → HSA
1h 50m · 550 mi
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Leg 2
HSA → AKX
1h 40m · 719 mi
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NQZ → CIT (Shymkent) → AKX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (605 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (799 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → CIT
1h 50m · 605 mi
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Leg 2
CIT → AKX
2h 15m · 799 mi
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NQZ → SCO (Aktau) → AKX
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,071 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (527 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → SCO
2h 50m · 1,071 mi
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Leg 2
SCO → AKX
1h 30m · 527 mi
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NQZ → ALA (Almaty) → AKX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (591 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,049 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+168% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → ALA
1h 50m · 591 mi
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Leg 2
ALA → AKX
2h 45m · 1,049 mi
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NQZ → AYT (Antalya) → AKX
Leg 1: 5h 20m (2,213 mi) Leg 2: 3h 48m (1,600 mi) Total: ~9h 8m 🍃 669 kg CO₂ (+477% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → AYT
5h 20m · 2,213 mi
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Leg 2
AYT → AKX
3h 48m · 1,600 mi
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Direct flights from Aktobe (AKX)

🇰🇿 SCO Aktau
1h 35m
527 mi
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🇰🇿 HSA Turkistan
1h 40m
719 mi
View →
🇰🇿 NQZ Astana
1h 45m
628 mi
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🇰🇿 CIT Shymkent
2h
799 mi
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🇰🇿 ALA Almaty
2h 33m
1,049 mi
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🇹🇷 AYT Antalya
4h 25m
1,600 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Astana to Aktobe?

A nonstop flight from Astana (NQZ) to Aktobe (AKX) takes approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 628 miles (1,010 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Astana to Aktobe?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Astana to Aktobe?

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

How far is Astana from Aktobe?

The flight distance from Astana to Aktobe 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 Astana to Aktobe?

At 2h 3m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Aktobe to Astana 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 Astana to Aktobe?

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 Nursultan Nazarbayev for this flight?

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