Astana city to Astana airport by private car
Astana city to the airport (NQZ) is about 17 km and 25–35 min (40–60 min in a blizzard), and a private car with an English-speaking driver costs from $50 per car: $75 for a minivan, $100 for a 4x4 and $135 for a 16-seat Sprinter. The driver collects you at your hotel or apartment, loads the luggage and drops you at departures. Pickups between 23:00 and 06:00 add $10. In winter the car is warm and waits at your door, which at −30 °C matters more than anything else.
- Distance≈17 km
- Drive25–35 min (40–60 min in a blizzard)
- Price per carsedan $50 · minivan $75
- Night 23:00–06:00+$10
Astana city to Astana airport by private car: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Camry or similar | $50 | $25 | $17 | — | — |
| Minivan up to 6 Hyundai Staria / Toyota Alphard or similar | $75 | $38 | $25 | $19 | $13 |
| 4x4 up to 4 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado / 300 | $100 | $50 | $33 | $25 | — |
| Sprinter up to 16 Mercedes Sprinter | $135 | $68 | $45 | $34 | $23 |
English-speaking driver included. Prices in US dollars, updated 20 October 2026.
When should I leave?
Be at the airport 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international one; add the drive time above and 15–30 minutes in snow or heavy traffic. Send us the flight number and we suggest the pickup time. The driver confirms on WhatsApp the evening before and again when he is outside your door.
Coming back the same way?
Book the arrival as well: Astana airport → Astana city costs the same per car and includes a name sign, flight tracking and 90 minutes of free waiting after landing. Need a driver for the day before your flight? See the private driver in Astana.
What’s included
- Pickup at your hotel or apartment, help with luggage
- Fuel, tolls and airport parking
- Bottled water, phone charger, child seats on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
- Pay online by Visa / Mastercard, or pay the driver
Not included
- Airport fees on your ticket
- Meals
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Questions
How much is a transfer to Astana airport?
$50 for a sedan, $75 for a minivan, $100 for a 4x4 and $135 for a Sprinter, per car; add $10 between 23:00 and 06:00.
Can you pick me up in the middle of the night?
Yes, at any hour with a booking. The night supplement applies between 23:00 and 06:00.
How do I pay?
Online by Visa or Mastercard when you book, or to the driver at the end, by card or cash. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.