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Nursultan Nazarbayev International AirportNQZ · UACC

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Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)

Astana, KZ · Large Airport · IATA: NQZ · ICAO: UACC · 355 m ü. NN

CityAstana

Lat51.0270

Lng71.4671

TimezoneAsia/Dubai

TypeLarge Airport

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About This Airport

With 8.3 million passengers in 2024, Astana's Nursultan Nazarbayev International ranks as the second-busiest airport in Kazakhstan, behind Almaty. Cargo plays a supporting role here: the airport runs a dedicated freight terminal where customs formalities and storage are handled, but volumes stay well below those of the southern commercial capital. A $1.1 billion agreement with UAE-based Terminals Holding will add a second runway, a third passenger terminal and a new cargo facility, signalling longer-term freight ambitions. For now, forwarders use NQZ mainly for time-critical consignments and traffic tied to the capital's government and corporate base. Road and rail links connect the airport to Kazakhstan's north-south corridors. Shippers with heavy full-freighter demand are still better routed through Almaty, which concentrates the country's main cargo flows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is NQZ. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport located?▼

Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is located in Astana, KZ.

What is the ICAO code of Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is UACC. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport?▼

Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport is at an elevation of 355 meters (1165 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

51.02703, 71.46709

355 m ü. NN

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