Direct (nonstop) flights from Ankara to Astana

1 airline flys nonstop from Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB) to Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ). It's 1,984 miles (3,193 km), about 4h 35m in the air. Operated by AJet.

ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,984 mi
3,193 km
CO₂/pax
335 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AJet
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AJet VF AJet
Route
ESB → NQZ
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,984 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ankara to Astana with one stop · direct emits 335 kg CO₂ per passenger

ESB TBS (Tbilisi) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 40m (635 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,412 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → TBS
1h 40m · 635 mi
View ESB to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → NQZ
3h 25m · 1,412 mi
View TBS to NQZ flights →
ESB GYD (Baku) NQZ
Leg 1: 2h 20m (900 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,259 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 405 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → GYD
2h 20m · 900 mi
View ESB to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → NQZ
3h 5m · 1,259 mi
View GYD to NQZ flights →
ESB GZP (Gazipasa) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 10m (265 mi) Leg 2: 4h 45m (2,175 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 442 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → GZP
1h 10m · 265 mi
View ESB to GZP flights →
Leg 2
GZP → NQZ
4h 45m · 2,175 mi
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ESB TAS (Tashkent) NQZ
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,893 mi) Leg 2: 2h (682 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 471 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → TAS
3h 55m · 1,893 mi
View ESB to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → NQZ
2h · 682 mi
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ESB AYT (Antalya) NQZ
Leg 1: 1h 10m (251 mi) Leg 2: 4h 50m (2,213 mi) Total: ~6h 🍃 445 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → AYT
1h 10m · 251 mi
View ESB to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → NQZ
4h 50m · 2,213 mi
View AYT to NQZ flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ankara to Astana?

A nonstop flight from Ankara (ESB) to Astana (NQZ) takes approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,984 miles (3,193 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ankara to Astana?

Just AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ankara to Astana?

Yes. 1 airline: AJet.

How far is Ankara from Astana?

The flight distance from Ankara to Astana is 1,984 miles (3,193 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Ankara and Astana?

Astana is 2 hours ahead of Ankara. (Europe/Istanbul vs Asia/Almaty.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ankara to Astana?

At 4h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Turkiye to Kazakhstan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Kazakhstan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ankara to Astana?

Roughly 335 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,675 km.

Is the return flight from Astana to Ankara 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 Ankara 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 Ankara Esenboğa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.