Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Jeddah is two hours behind Astana and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Your NQZ to JED flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Jeddah Airport flight is $485. A return ticket right now is $990. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NQZ to JED, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
To get to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NQZ? If you've booked an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Jeddah Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Grab a Jeddah Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Jeddah Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Jeddah Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Jeddah based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Jeddah Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NQZ to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Jeddah, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 88 kilometres east to Mecca to check off its leading sights. From Almashar Alharam Mosque to Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.