On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Astana to Shymkent. The distance between the cities is 993 km, and flight frequency reaches 47 flights per week, making it easy to choose a convenient departure time.
Flights are operated by airlines DV, FS, and KC. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart and checking options in advance on how to get to Astana Airport or book transportation from Shymkent Airport.
The table shows direct flights Astana → Shymkent on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by SCAT, FlyArystan and Air Astana. Departures from Nursultan Nazarbayev International 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 Astana — Shymkent by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 160 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 14,001 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.
Astana → Shymkent, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 261 | medium | May | AED 256 | medium | Sep | AED 251 | medium |
| Feb | AED 231 | low | Jun | AED 296 | high | Oct | AED 231 | low |
| Mar | AED 291 | high | Jul | AED 301 | high | Nov | AED 226 | low |
| Apr | AED 236 | low | Aug | AED 296 | high | Dec | AED 266 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Shymkent is July, with an average high of 34.8°C, while January is considered the coldest period, with temperatures dropping to -5.2°C. The highest rainfall occurs in March.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in July and August — AED 160. Peak demand and the highest flight costs occur in May, when the price can reach AED 14,000.
The optimal time for a trip is September: the weather remains warm and dry during this month, and a flight will cost AED 239, which is significantly cheaper than spring flights.
Regular flights on the Astana — Shymkent route are operated by 3 airlines: the flagship Air Astana, the low-cost carrier FlyArystan, and SCAT. Most flights are direct, ensuring high frequency — a total of about 47 departures per week. Full schedules for selected dates and baggage allowance details are available in the airline cards below.
Flights Astana — Shymkent depart from Nursultan Nazarbayev International 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 on this route takes an average of 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes, covering a distance of 993 km.
Regular air service is provided by Air Astana, FlyArystan, and SCAT.
Yes, several direct flights operate daily on this route, with the total number reaching 47 per week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Astana arrive at Shymkent International Airport (CIT).
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