Direct (nonstop) flights from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport (UKK) to Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ). It's 490 miles (789 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

UKK
Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport
🇰🇿 Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
490 mi
789 km
CO₂/pax
91 kg
−141 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
UKK → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
490 mi
FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
UKK → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
490 mi
Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
UKK → NQZ
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
490 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana with one stop · direct emits 91 kg CO₂ per passenger

UKK ALA (Almaty) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 35m (529 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (591 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+155% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKK → ALA
1h 35m · 529 mi
View UKK to ALA flights →
Leg 2
ALA → NQZ
1h 45m · 591 mi
View ALA to NQZ flights →
UKK OVB (Novosibirsk) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 15m (344 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (541 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+108% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKK → OVB
1h 15m · 344 mi
View UKK to OVB flights →
Leg 2
OVB → NQZ
2h 5m · 541 mi
View OVB to NQZ flights →
UKK CIT (Shymkent) NQZ
Leg 1: 2h 20m (816 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (605 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+216% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKK → CIT
2h 20m · 816 mi
View UKK to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → NQZ
1h 50m · 605 mi
View CIT to NQZ flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana?

A nonstop flight from Ust-Kamenogorsk (UKK) to Astana (NQZ) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 490 miles (789 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana?

3 airlines: SCAT Airlines, FlyArystan, Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana?

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

How far is Ust-Kamenogorsk from Astana?

The flight distance from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana is 490 miles (789 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Astana?

Roughly 91 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 455 km.

Is the return flight from Astana to Ust-Kamenogorsk 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 Ust-Kamenogorsk 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 Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport for this flight?

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