Travelling from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is six hours ahead of Astana.
To ensure you get on your NQZ to SYD flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
$869 is currently the best price for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,108. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from NQZ to SYD, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Astana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NQZ? If you're catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SYD:
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To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NQZ to SYD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Australia, consider Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are highlights.