On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Astana — Samarkand route. The distance between the cities is 1,326 km, and flight frequency reaches 2 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by IQ. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the tools provided on this page—the low-price calendar and price trend chart—to find the best deals.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Astana — Samarkand by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 233 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,426 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Astana → Samarkand, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 605 | medium | May | AED 652 | medium | Sep | AED 885 | high |
| Feb | AED 466 | low | Jun | AED 885 | high | Oct | AED 512 | low |
| Mar | AED 838 | high | Jul | AED 699 | medium | Nov | AED 489 | low |
| Apr | AED 792 | high | Aug | AED 838 | high | Dec | AED 629 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Samarkand is July, when the average maximum temperature reaches +34.2°C. The coldest weather occurs in January, and rainfall peaks in March, with up to 114.3 mm of precipitation.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in September, starting AED 233. The most expensive month to fly is April, when ticket prices can rise to AED 1,426.
September is the best time for a trip: the weather is comfortable at around +27.7°C, and flight prices remain the most affordable. It is recommended to avoid booking for December and April due to a significant increase in costs.
Regular air service between Astana and Samarkand is provided by IQ (Qazaq Air). There are about 2 flights per week on this route, allowing passengers to plan their trips with direct connections. You can find a detailed flight schedule, travel times, and aircraft types in the information list below.
Flights Astana — Samarkand depart from Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport and arrive at Samarkand Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 1,326 km between the cities.
The main carrier on this route is IQ (Qazaq Air).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, operated approximately 2 times a week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. You can see the current minimum prices in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Astana arrive at Samarkand International Airport (SKD). Information on how to get to the city center can be found in the transport section.
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