Astana to Seoul (NQZ–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NQZ–ICN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Astana and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 2,805 miles in approximately 6h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KC Air Astana | 5 | 32Q | 6h30 | – | – | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 2 | 32Q | 6h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
NQZ: +05 · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Astana, it's 10:00 PM in Seoul.
AREX Direct Train to Seoul Station (43 min, ₩11,000) is a reserved-seat express. The All-Stop train serves Hongik University, City Hall, and other inner-city stations (66 min, ₩4,550). T2 passengers board at a dedicated T2 stop before T1; don't exit early. City Check-in at Seoul Station allows bag drop and boarding pass printing before the train for select airlines.Limousine buses serve major hotel zones and neighborhoods (₩16,000–18,000). Taxis from ICN to central Seoul cost ₩65,000–90,000; use only official orange (general) or black (deluxe) cabs from the designated stands. KakaoTaxi (ride-hail) operates from the airport.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and dry (−8 to 2°C, December–February) with occasional snow and wind chill. ICN handles snow well, though heavy falls delay operations. Summer monsoon (Changma) runs late June through July with heavy continuous rain. Typhoons can affect operations August–September with short notice.
Spring brings Yellow Dust (hwangsa) from China. Fine particulate storms reduce visibility and occasionally disrupt flights in March–April. Autumn (October–November) is the best flying season: clear skies, low humidity, 8–18°C. Pack layers for spring and fall. Summer is hot and humid (25–32°C).
NQZ–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NQZ to ICN
Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific and Air Astana. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
NQZ to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NQZ to ICN ranges from 6 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,805 miles (4,513 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ALA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.