Travel information for attendees
Kazakhstan—the largest economy in Central Asia—is a key regional aviation hub. It offers excellent connectivity and modern infrastructure, making travelling easy and convenient for visitors from all over the world.
International Connections
Kazakhstan has direct flights to 33 countries and operates 130 international routes, with 761 flights weekly. Destinations include major cities across Europe, Asia, the Gulf, and more. Find more information below.
Major Airports
Astana International Airport (Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, NQZ)
A state-of-the-art airport connecting Kazakhstan to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Almaty International Airport (ALA)
The busiest airport in Kazakhstan, offering extensive international and domestic routes.
Both airports feature modern facilities, including comfortable lounges, duty-free shops, and excellent customer services.
From Europe
Direct Flights: Available from major cities like Frankfurt, Warsaw, London, Amsterdam, and Istanbul.
Flight Time: 6–7 hours.
Travel Options and Flight Durations
From North & South America
Connecting Flights: Via hubs such as London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Istanbul, or Warsaw. Gulf country layovers through Doha, Dubai, or Abu Dhabi are also an option.
– Flight Time: 13–14 hours, depending on connections.
From the MENA Region
Direct Flights: Available from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Egypt.
Flight Time: 4–5 hours.
From India
Direct Flights: From Delhi and Mumbai.
Flight Time: 3-4 hours.
From People's Republic of China
Direct Flights: From Beijing, Xi’an, and Urumqi to Astana and Almaty.
Flight Time: 3–4 hours.
From Australia & Southeast Asia
Direct Flights: Available from Seoul, Bangkok, Phuket, and Kuala Lumpur. Australian travellers can connect through these hubs.
Flight Time:13–14 hours from Australia (including layovers).
From Africa
Connecting Flights: Through Dubai, Istanbul, or Abu Dhabi.
Flight Time: 8–10 hours.
Additional Information for Travellers
The local currency is the Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT). Credit cards are widely accepted in major cities.
Kazakh is the official language, but Russian is also widely spoken. English is becoming increasingly common in tourist areas.
Kazakhstan has a well-developed rail network and excellent roads, making domestic travel simple. High-speed trains connect cities like Astana, Almaty, and Shymkent.