Taxis from the airport to the main city attractions take about 20–30 minutes.
Things to do at Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev AirportNQZ
At the airport
Things to do in Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport
Astana (formerly Nur-Sultan) is one of the world's most audacious urban projects — a futuristic capital city built from scratch on the Kazakh steppe from the 1990s, featuring buildings by Norman Foster, Kisho Kurokawa, and other major architects. The Bayterek Tower (a golden orb atop a 105m lattice tower representing the mythical Samruk bird's egg) and the enormous Khan Shatyr shopping tent are the most distinctive. The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation pyramid by Foster is a masterwork.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport
- The Bayterek Tower observation deck gives the best overview of the city's extraordinary skyline.
- Astana's winters are brutally cold (−30°C possible) — dress for extreme cold November through March.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at NQZ
2 Sanctifly partner lounges at Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestSky Hall
At Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, the Sky Hall airport lounge is conveniently located in Terminal 1 for travelers who have already completed arrival formalities. After you clear customs, turn right and continue straight ahead through the post-customs area. Walk past the Duty Free shops, keeping to the same direction, and you will see the Sky Hall lounge on your right-hand side shortly after you pass Duty Free. This straightforward route makes it easy to find the lounge and settle in quickly before continuing your travel plans.Book Now
100 points per guestSapar Lounge (Dom)
At Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, the Sapar Lounge (Dom) is a convenient airport lounge option for travelers departing from Terminal 2. This lounge is located airside, so you’ll need to complete passport control and the security check before you can access it. Once you’re through both checkpoints and heading into the departures area, follow the signs toward the D gates and continue in the direction of gate D06. The Sapar Lounge (Dom) is situated near gate D06, just a little further ahead on your left-hand side, making it easy to find as you make your way to the gate area. If you’re traveling through Nur-Sultan and want a comfortable place to relax before boarding, this airside location in Terminal 2 allows you to settle in without leaving the secure zone.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.