Direct (nonstop) flights from Astana to Aktau

3 airlines fly nonstop from Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Aktau (SCO). It's 1,071 miles (1,723 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
SCO
Aktau
🇰🇿 Aktau, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,071 mi
1,723 km
CO₂/pax
181 kg
−129 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 → SCO
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,071 mi
FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
NQZ → SCO
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,071 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
NQZ → SCO
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,071 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Astana to Aktau with one stop · direct emits 181 kg CO₂ per passenger

NQZ TAS (Tashkent) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 55m (682 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (943 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 310 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → TAS
1h 55m · 682 mi
View NQZ to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → SCO
1h 30m · 943 mi
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NQZ GUW (Atyrau) SCO
Leg 1: 2h 30m (928 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → GUW
2h 30m · 928 mi
View NQZ to GUW flights →
Leg 2
GUW → SCO
1h · 228 mi
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NQZ AKX (Aktobe) SCO
Leg 1: 2h 3m (628 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (527 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → AKX
2h 3m · 628 mi
View NQZ to AKX flights →
Leg 2
AKX → SCO
1h 35m · 527 mi
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NQZ HSA (Turkistan) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (550 mi) Leg 2: 2h (875 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → HSA
1h 50m · 550 mi
View NQZ to HSA flights →
Leg 2
HSA → SCO
2h · 875 mi
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NQZ URA (Uralsk) SCO
Leg 1: 2h 38m (864 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (504 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NQZ → URA
2h 38m · 864 mi
View NQZ to URA flights →
Leg 2
URA → SCO
1h 25m · 504 mi
View URA to SCO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Astana to Aktau?

A nonstop flight from Astana (NQZ) to Aktau (SCO) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,071 miles (1,723 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Astana to Aktau?

3 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Astana to Aktau?

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

How far is Astana from Aktau?

The flight distance from Astana to Aktau is 1,071 miles (1,723 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Astana to Aktau?

At 2h 50m, 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 Aktau?

Roughly 181 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 905 km.

Is the return flight from Aktau 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 Aktau?

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.