Near T1 central gates, Travel Essentials Kiosk is your grab-it-and-go stop for last‑minute basics.
This kiosk sits airside in Terminal T1, so you hit it after security and before heading to gates. It’s a small stand rather than a full shop, so think quick pass-by: scan the racks, pay, and you’re back at your gate in under 5 minutes if it’s not crowded.
Stock skews practical: travel pillows, basic headphones, phone chargers, power banks, neck pillows, eye masks, and a few adapter styles for common EU/UK plug types. Expect airport markups of 20–40% over city prices, so a simple USB cable that might be 1,500 KZT downtown can run closer to 2,000–2,500 KZT here.
You’ll also see small toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush kits, deodorant, razor packs), some over-the-counter pain relief tablets, and tissues in travel sizes. Snacks lean toward packaged items you can throw in a personal item: chocolate bars, chips, and bottled water, usually priced a bit higher than the larger duty-free shop down the hall.
Payment is usually quick: cards are accepted, and most travelers tap with Visa or Mastercard; keep 2,000–3,000 KZT handy if you prefer cash for a cable or batteries. Staff swap items in and out, so if you need something specific like a USB‑C cable, check the pegs carefully before you ask.
Tip: if your gate is more than a 5‑minute walk away, stop here right after security rather than gambling on another stand closer to boarding.