Direct (nonstop) flights from Astana to Atyrau

3 airlines fly nonstop from Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Atyrau (GUW). It's 928 miles (1,493 km), about 2h 30m in the air. Operated by SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
GUW
Atyrau
🇰🇿 Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
928 mi
1,493 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−76 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
SCAT Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by SCAT Airlines SCAT Airlines FlyArystan FlyArystan Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SCAT Airlines DV SCAT Airlines
Route
NQZ → GUW
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
928 mi
FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
NQZ → GUW
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
928 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
NQZ → GUW
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
928 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Astana to Atyrau with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

NQZ SCO (Aktau) GUW
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,071 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → SCO
2h 50m · 1,071 mi
View NQZ to SCO flights →
Leg 2
SCO → GUW
1h · 228 mi
View SCO to GUW flights →
NQZ DMB (Taraz) GUW
Leg 1: 1h 33m (564 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (995 mi) Total: ~4h 16m 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → DMB
1h 33m · 564 mi
View NQZ to DMB flights →
Leg 2
DMB → GUW
2h 43m · 995 mi
View DMB to GUW flights →
NQZ CIT (Shymkent) GUW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (605 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (926 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → CIT
1h 50m · 605 mi
View NQZ to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → GUW
2h 30m · 926 mi
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NQZ TAS (Tashkent) GUW
Leg 1: 1h 55m (682 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (954 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → TAS
1h 55m · 682 mi
View NQZ to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → GUW
2h 45m · 954 mi
View TAS to GUW flights →
NQZ GYD (Baku) GUW
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,259 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (468 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → GYD
3h 15m · 1,259 mi
View NQZ to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → GUW
1h 35m · 468 mi
View GYD to GUW flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Astana to Atyrau?

A nonstop flight from Astana (NQZ) to Atyrau (GUW) takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 928 miles (1,493 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Astana to Atyrau?

3 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Astana to Atyrau?

Yes. 3 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

How far is Astana from Atyrau?

The flight distance from Astana to Atyrau is 928 miles (1,493 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Astana to Atyrau?

At 2h 30m, 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 Atyrau?

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

Is the return flight from Atyrau 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 Atyrau?

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.