Direct (nonstop) flights from Astana to Dubai

2 airlines fly nonstop from Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). It's 1,972 miles (3,173 km), about 5h 20m in the air. Operated by flydubai, Air Astana.

NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
DXB
Dubai International Airport
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Flight Time
5h 20m
Distance
1,972 mi
3,173 km
CO₂/pax
333 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
flydubai +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by flydubai flydubai Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

flydubai FZ flydubai
Route
NQZ → DXB
Flight Time
5h 20m
Distance
1,972 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
NQZ → DXB
Flight Time
5h 20m
Distance
1,972 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Astana to Dubai with one stop · direct emits 333 kg CO₂ per passenger

NQZ CIT (Shymkent) DXB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (605 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,427 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 378 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → CIT
1h 50m · 605 mi
View NQZ to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → DXB
3h 45m · 1,427 mi
View CIT to DXB flights →
NQZ TAS (Tashkent) DXB
Leg 1: 1h 55m (682 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,361 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 381 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → TAS
1h 55m · 682 mi
View NQZ to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → DXB
3h 40m · 1,361 mi
View TAS to DXB flights →
NQZ DYU (Dushanbe) DXB
Leg 1: 2h 3m (871 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,207 mi) Total: ~5h 43m 🍃 390 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → DYU
2h 3m · 871 mi
View NQZ to DYU flights →
Leg 2
DYU → DXB
3h 40m · 1,207 mi
View DYU to DXB flights →
NQZ GYD (Baku) DXB
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,259 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,092 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 422 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → GYD
3h 15m · 1,259 mi
View NQZ to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → DXB
2h 55m · 1,092 mi
View GYD to DXB flights →
NQZ SKD (Samarkand) DXB
Leg 1: 2h 45m (812 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,202 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 378 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → SKD
2h 45m · 812 mi
View NQZ to SKD flights →
Leg 2
SKD → DXB
3h 25m · 1,202 mi
View SKD to DXB flights →

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DXB → NQZ: Flights from Dubai to Astana

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Astana to Dubai?

A nonstop flight from Astana (NQZ) to Dubai (DXB) takes approximately 5 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,972 miles (3,173 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Astana to Dubai?

2 airlines: flydubai, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Astana to Dubai?

Yes. 2 airlines: flydubai, Air Astana.

How far is Astana from Dubai?

The flight distance from Astana to Dubai is 1,972 miles (3,173 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Astana and Dubai?

Dubai is 1 hour behind Astana. (Asia/Almaty vs Asia/Dubai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Astana to Dubai?

At 5h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Kazakhstan to United Arab Emirates?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Arab Emirates embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 333 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,665 km.

Is the return flight from Dubai 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 Dubai?

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?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.