Travel & Location: Network School FAQ

5 questions about travel & location at Network School in Astana. Each links to a full answer with a note on whether it is confirmed, reported or an estimate.

• Where is Network School located?

  Network School is in Astana, Kazakhstan, at Astana Hub, the national technology park on Mangilik El Avenue in the EXPO district of the new city.

• Which airport should I fly into?

  Fly into NQZ, Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport. It's the main airport for Astana, roughly 20km from the centre.

• How do I get around Astana?

  Ride-hailing is what most people use. It's cheap by European or North American standards and easy to book from your phone.

• How do I get a SIM card and mobile data?

  Local SIMs are cheap and widely sold, and mobile data in Astana is fast and reliable.

• What should I pack?

  This is the question people get most wrong. For anything from late October to April you need genuine cold-weather kit, not a city coat: an insulated parka rated well below freezing, thermal base layers, insulated waterproof boots with grip, gloves, a hat that covers your ears, and a scarf or neck gaiter.