On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Almaty — Shymkent route. The distance between the cities is 605 km, and with up to 42 flights per week, there is a wide variety of departure times to choose from.
Flights on this route are operated by airlines DV, FS, and KC. Since ticket prices are dynamic, use our low-fare calendar and price trends chart. Also, be sure to check how to get to Almaty airport and how to get from Shymkent airport in advance.
The table shows direct flights Almaty → Shymkent on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by SCAT, FlyArystan and Air Astana. Departures from Almaty Airport airports, arrivals at Shymkent Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Almaty — Shymkent by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 96 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 4,889 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Almaty → Shymkent, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 165 | low | May | AED 251 | high | Sep | AED 216 | medium |
| Feb | AED 160 | low | Jun | AED 261 | high | Oct | AED 201 | medium |
| Mar | AED 211 | medium | Jul | AED 276 | high | Nov | AED 170 | low |
| Apr | AED 191 | medium | Aug | AED 271 | high | Dec | AED 261 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Shymkent is July, with an average high of 34.8°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -5.2°C. Peak precipitation occurs in March, whereas July and September remain the driest months of the year.
The most budget-friendly flight deals are available in August starting AED 96 and in July — AED 96. The most expensive period to travel currently is May, with ticket prices starting AED 4,888.
August or September are the best times for your flight, as the weather remains dry and flight prices are at their lowest. It is recommended to avoid booking for late spring to prevent overpaying during the peak price period.
Three main carriers operate on the Almaty to Shymkent route: Air Astana, FlyArystan, and SCAT. Most flights are direct, ensuring quick travel between the cities, with FlyArystan traditionally offering the highest number of weekly departures. A detailed daily schedule and flight durations are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Almaty — Shymkent depart from Almaty Airport and arrive at Shymkent Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight between the cities takes an average of about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Regular flights from Almaty to Shymkent are operated by SCAT, FlyArystan, and Air Astana.
Yes, there are about 42 direct flights per week on this route, allowing you to choose a convenient departure time without layovers.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand; you can always find the current minimum for your dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Shymkent International Airport (CIT).
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