Airport Name and ICAO/IATA Code
Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (ICAO: UACC / IATA: NQZ)
Location (City, Country)
Astana (formerly Nur-Sultan), Kazakhstan
Airport Type & Size
NQZ is a major hub for both passenger and cargo operations in Central Asia.Runway:
- 04/22: 3,500 m x 45 m
Terminal infrastructure:
- Terminal 1: 6 gate stands / 4 remote stands
- Terminal 2: 6 gate stands / 7 remote stands
- Approx. 104 total stands (12 gate + 92 remote)
The airport supports aircraft from size B to F, including widebody and long-haul capable gates.
Why should this airport be added to World of Airports?
- Offers a strategic geographical location between Europe and Asia, ideal for intercontinental missions
- Kazakhstan is currently underrepresented in WoA, and this adds a key regional connector
- Modern terminal design with strong apron layout – ideal for visual and gameplay variety
- Large stand count (including remote stands) supports multi-level gameplay pacing
- Can host everything from Q400s to A350s, B777s, or AN-124s
- Opens the door to Central Asian carriers and new mission routes
Major Airlines & Routes
Domestic Airlines:
- Air Astana
- FlyArystan
- QAZAQ Air
- SCAT Airlines
International Airlines:
- Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, LOT, Neos, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad
- Air China, China Southern, Asiana Airlines
- Aeroflot, Red Wings, AJet, S7
- Belavia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways
- Air Cairo, Wizz Air, VietJet, Somon Air, Pegasus, flydubai
- MCT – 1,505 nm – B / C / D / E / F
- BKK – 2,159 nm – C / D / E / F
- PRG – 2,536 nm – C / D / E / F
- LEJ – 2,589 nm – C / D / E / F
- BRI – 2,622 nm – C / D / E
- INN – 2,700 nm – C / D
- NGO – 2,769 nm – C / D / E / F
- LHR – 3,035 nm – C / D / E / F
- IAD – 5,672 nm – D (B762) / E / F
- SYD – 6,157 nm – D (B762) / E / F
- SAN – 6,169 nm – D (B762) / E / F
- MSY – 6,344 nm – D (B762) / E / F
- SXM – 6,514 nm – D (B762) / E / F
- GRU – 7,794 nm – E / F
Unique Features or Challenges
- High number of remote stands (ideal for ramp management and tow missions)
- Strong mix of domestic, regional, and long-haul flights
- Architectural style combines modern design with Central Asian identity
- Seasonal operations, including snow and low-visibility weather potential
- Could introduce Kazakh ATC voice packs or special mission types
Optional: Links, images, maps, or videos
Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport - Wikipedia
