Ashgabat to Nukus flights
Nukus lies 512 km (318 mi) north of Ashgabat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 24 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ashgabat | Nukus | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkmenistan | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 1 million | 332,500 |
| Elevation | 219 m (719 ft) | 67 m (220 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Ashgabat) | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) |
| Nearest large airport | ASB, 5 km out | NCU, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nukus
Crossing from Turkmenistan into Uzbekistan: money changes from the Manat to the Som (UZS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +998; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ashgabat
Ashgabat is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ashgabat International Airport (ASB), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Nukus
Nukus is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Nukus International Airport (NCU), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,865 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Dashoguz International Airport (TAZ, 80 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nukus International Airport | NCU | 4 km (2 mi) | 9,865 ft | 246 ft |
| Dashoguz International Airport | TAZ | 80 km (50 mi) | 12,467 ft | 272 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nukus from Ashgabat?
512 km (318 mi) in a straight line, north of Ashgabat.
How long does it take to get from Ashgabat to Nukus by air?
About 1 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ashgabat and Nukus?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ashgabat to Nukus flights?
Typically Ashgabat International Airport (ASB) to Nukus International Airport (NCU); Nukus also has TAZ.
What currency do I need in Nukus?
The Som (UZS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.