Direct (nonstop) flights from Seoul to Astana

1 airline flys nonstop from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ). It's 2,811 miles (4,524 km), about 7h 25m in the air. Operated by Air Astana.

ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
NQZ
Nursultan Nazarbayev
🇰🇿 Astana, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
7h 25m
Distance
2,811 mi
4,524 km
CO₂/pax
430 kg
−83 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Astana
Time Diff
-4h
Operated by Air Astana Air Astana

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Astana KC Air Astana
Route
ICN → NQZ
Flight Time
7h 25m
Distance
2,811 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Seoul to Astana with one stop · direct emits 430 kg CO₂ per passenger

ICN PEK (Beijing) NQZ
Leg 1: 2h 20m (561 mi) Leg 2: 6h (2,275 mi) Total: ~8h 20m 🍃 513 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → PEK
2h 20m · 561 mi
View ICN to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → NQZ
6h · 2,275 mi
View PEK to NQZ flights →
ICN ALA (Almaty) NQZ
Leg 1: 6h 55m (2,599 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (591 mi) Total: ~8h 40m 🍃 531 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → ALA
6h 55m · 2,599 mi
View ICN to ALA flights →
Leg 2
ALA → NQZ
1h 45m · 591 mi
View ALA to NQZ flights →
ICN TAS (Tashkent) NQZ
Leg 1: 7h 10m (3,017 mi) Leg 2: 2h (682 mi) Total: ~9h 10m 🍃 612 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → TAS
7h 10m · 3,017 mi
View ICN to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → NQZ
2h · 682 mi
View TAS to NQZ flights →
ICN XIY (Xian) NQZ
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,011 mi) Leg 2: 6h 5m (2,182 mi) Total: ~9h 25m 🍃 565 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → XIY
3h 20m · 1,011 mi
View ICN to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → NQZ
6h 5m · 2,182 mi
View XIY to NQZ flights →
ICN CIT (Shymkent) NQZ
Leg 1: 7h 55m (2,988 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (605 mi) Total: ~9h 45m 🍃 594 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → CIT
7h 55m · 2,988 mi
View ICN to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → NQZ
1h 50m · 605 mi
View CIT to NQZ flights →

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NQZ → ICN: Flights from Astana to Seoul

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seoul to Astana?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Astana (NQZ) takes approximately 7 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 2,811 miles (4,524 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seoul to Astana?

Just Air Astana.

Is there a nonstop flight from Seoul to Astana?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Astana.

How far is Seoul from Astana?

The flight distance from Seoul to Astana is 2,811 miles (4,524 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Seoul and Astana?

Astana is 4 hours behind Seoul. (Asia/Seoul vs Asia/Almaty.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Seoul to Astana?

Maybe mild — 4-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Seoul to Astana?

At 7h 25m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Republic of Korea to Kazakhstan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Kazakhstan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Seoul to Astana?

Roughly 430 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,150 km.

Is the return flight from Astana to Seoul also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Astana?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Incheon International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.