Flights Shymkent — Shanghai

Cheap flights Shymkent — Shanghai

Below you can see the best deals on flights Shymkent — Shanghai for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 14 August, from AED 840.

Top 10 cheap flights Shymkent — Shanghai

Direct flights Shymkent — Shanghai

Direct flight options for Shymkent — Shanghai with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 6 h 24 min.

Top 10 direct flights Shymkent — Shanghai

About the Shymkent — Shanghai flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Shymkent to Shanghai. The total distance between the cities is 4,716 km, and flights on this route are operated approximately twice a week.

Flights are operated by SCAT Airlines (DV). Since ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book, we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals and checking information on how to get to the airport of departure and how to arrange an airport transfer upon arrival.

Flight ticket prices by day: Shymkent — Shanghai

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shymkent — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 840 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 4,107 in n. 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.

Prices by month

Shymkent → Shanghai, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 1,164	medium	May	AED 1,211	medium	Sep	AED 1,234	medium
Feb	AED 1,071	low	Jun	AED 1,397	high	Oct	AED 1,420	high
Mar	AED 1,025	low	Jul	AED 1,490	high	Nov	AED 1,094	low
Apr	AED 1,094	low	Aug	AED 1,444	high	Dec	AED 1,444	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in Shanghai features hot summers with a temperature peak in August (up to 32.3°C) and cool winters, with January temperatures dropping to 2.2°C. June is the rainiest month (256.44 mm of precipitation), while December is the driest.

The lowest flight price is recorded in August, starting AED 828. The most expensive time to travel is January, when ticket prices can reach AED 2,766 due to seasonal demand.

October is considered the optimal time for a trip: a comfortable temperature of 22.5°C is combined with low precipitation and affordable prices starting AED 839. To save money, it is recommended to avoid rainy June and expensive January.

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How to get the best deal on a Shymkent — Shanghai ticket

Given the low flight frequency (only ~2 per week), book your tickets at least 6–8 weeks before departure to ensure seat availability for your desired dates.
Keep an eye on the low-price calendar: the difference in flight costs between the beginning and the middle of the month can exceed AED 326.
Check SCAT (DV) airline baggage rules, as fares including checked luggage are often more cost-effective on long-haul flights than purchasing extra baggage at the airport.
Use the price dynamics chart on this page to catch the moment when the ticket price drops below the AED 931 mark.

Airlines

Regular air service between Shymkent and Shanghai is provided by SCAT (DV). Flights operate approximately twice a week, connecting the southern region of Kazakhstan with China's largest metropolis. You can find detailed information on departure days and route options in the interactive list below.

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WebsiteFleet: 353M pax/year
- Direct flight CIT → PVG2x/week
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Cities and airports on the Shymkent — Shanghai route

Flights Shymkent — Shanghai depart from Shymkent Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Shymkent

CIT

Kazakhstan

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Kazakhstan

Arrival

Shanghai

SHA

China

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country China

Departure airports

Shymkent AirportCIT
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Arrival airports

Shanghai Pudong International AirportPVG
About the airport
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportSHA
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Frequently asked questions about the Shymkent — Shanghai flight

How long is the flight from Shymkent to Shanghai?

The distance between the cities is 4,716 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is about 5.5–6 hours; however, the exact duration depends on the chosen route and the presence of layovers.

Which airlines fly on this route?

Regular flights from Shymkent to Shanghai are operated by SCAT (DV). There are usually about two departures per week on this route.

When is the best time to buy plane tickets?

To find the most favorable deals, it is recommended to start monitoring 1.5–2 months before your trip. You can track current price dynamics using the charts on this page.

Which Shanghai airport do flights arrive at?

Flights arrive at Shanghai airports. You will see specific information about the arrival terminal and the destination airport (Pudong or Hongqiao) when selecting a specific flight during the booking process.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. The current minimum prices for the coming months are presented in our low-price calendar.