Cheap flights from Riyadh to Astana

The expensive stretch to check first is the holiday and summer period: December, January, June and July all have fares shown on this route. Work back from there to February, the cheapest month, if your dates can move. Weekday departures are often easier to price than weekend ones, and booking early for peak periods leaves more choice. Compare the months shown before you settle on a date.

The real difference is what your ticket includes and how long the connection takes, not just the name on the plane. All options on this route connect, so compare total travel time, baggage rules and meals before you choose. The airlines shown are Azerbaijan Airlines, Fly Dubai, Emirates, Pegasus, LOT Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Air Cairo. Check the fare conditions for each, since a low headline price can leave out checked bags or seat selection.

You land at Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport, which sits outside the city centre, so plan the last leg before you arrive. A taxi or pre-booked transfer is the simplest way into town, especially after a late arrival, and public transport depends on the time of day. Keep your documents handy for passport control, allow time for baggage reclaim, and confirm your hotel address before you travel. Check the route from the terminal in daylight if this is your first visit.

Currency

KZT (₸)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 220 V

Language

Kazakh, Russian

Emergency number

112, 101, 102

Driving side

right

Calling code

+7

Internet domain

.kz, .қаз

Population of Astana

1.1 M (2019)

Time zone

UTC+05 (Asia/Almaty)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether checked baggage, meals and seat selection are included in the fare.
• Confirm the exact departure terminal and arrival airport named on your ticket.
• Check connection times and whether all flights are on one booking.
• Check passport and visa requirements for Kazakhstan before you pay.
• Compare February with December, January, June and July if your dates are flexible.
• Check how you will reach your hotel after landing, especially on a late arrival.