Sapar
★4.4(11,485 reviews)NQZ · Terminal 1 · airside
Astana Terminal 1's contemporary DragonPass lounge, airside near gates A5/A6.
The Sapar Lounge is the more central of Astana's two Sapar lounges, sitting airside in Terminal 1 near gates A5/A6 after security. It's reachable on DragonPass, which makes it the easiest way in for most international departures from NQZ. The space pairs modern design with warm Kazakh touches — soft lighting, traditional patterns and artwork — and is thoughtfully divided into zones, with quiet corners for relaxation and a livelier central area near the buffet. Noise levels stay generally low, so it works well for unwinding before a flight, and the spacious seating gives you room to settle in. It strikes a balance between comfort and function rather than aiming to be a flagship lounge, and as a DragonPass option it's the default recommendation for travellers leaving Terminal 1.
Crowding · rarely crowded
A calm spot for light work before a flight, with Wi-Fi, power at seating and quiet corners away from the buffet. Fine for email and catching up, though it isn't a dedicated business lounge.
A buffet sits at the heart of the lounge, with a spread of food and refreshments alongside coffee, tea and soft drinks. The central buffet area is the social hub of the space, while the quieter zones let you take a plate away from the bustle.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After security control in Terminal 1, the lounge is on the right side, near gates A5/A6.
- 01Check in for your international flight in Terminal 1
- 02Clear passport control and security
- 03Turn right after security control
- 04The lounge is near gates A5/A6
Landmarks: Gates A5/A6 · Terminal 1 airside departures
ℹ Airside - After security control on the right side, near the gates A5/A6
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- —Children under 2 enter free
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Make the most of it.
This is the Terminal 1 (international) Sapar — domestic flyers want the Sapar Lounge (Dom) in Terminal 2.
DragonPass is the access route here; confirm your membership covers the lounge before you travel.
Look for the lounge on the right after security, near gates A5/A6.
The quiet corners are the calmest spot if you want to work or rest.
Sky Hall is the other DragonPass lounge in Terminal 1 if this one is busy.
Quick answers.
The Sapar Lounge in Terminal 1 is reachable on DragonPass — present your membership with your boarding pass.
It's airside in Terminal 1, on the right after security control, near gates A5/A6.
No — this Sapar Lounge is in the international Terminal 1. The domestic Sapar Lounge (Dom) is in Terminal 2 near gate D06.
