Cheap Flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Istanbul (ISTA)

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Flight deals from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £244. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.£115 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £115, select.

Istanbul.£116 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.

Istanbul.£116 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.

Istanbul.£116 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.

Istanbul.£117 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £117, select.

Istanbul.£119 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.

Istanbul.£119 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.

Istanbul.£119 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.

Istanbul.£130 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £130, select.

Istanbul.£131 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £131, select.

Istanbul.£171 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £171, select.

Istanbul.£186 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sun, 25 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.

Istanbul.£216 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £216, select.

Istanbul.£1,184 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,184, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Astana to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£115
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	5 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	58

Finding cheap flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul is £235. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul?

5 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Air Astana and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul?

As of May 2026, there are 58 flights per week flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Istanbul is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 18.8 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £235.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul on Monday, 1 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 47 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Istanbul: what you need to know

Expect to be in the air for 5 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul.
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is located in Astana. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours behind Astana.
The most popular route is from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can select from 17 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from NQZ to IST is the 02:15 Turkish Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 18:20 with Air Astana.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your NQZ to Istanbul flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Airport (IST) will be your arrival point.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul. Book your journey with one of these:
NQZ is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Astana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near NQZ:

How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Istanbul

The best price we've seen for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul flight is £115. The cheapest price for a return flight is £235. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from NQZ to Istanbul by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
For the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from NQZ to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Central Istanbul is around 48 kms (30 miles) from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your NQZ to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Istanbul

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from NQZ to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kms (220 miles) away to the east, top sights here include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kms (200 miles) southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.