On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Shymkent — Xi'an route. The flight connects Kazakhstan and China, covering a distance of 3,524 km with an average flight frequency of about once a week.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by DV airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price calendar to select the best deals, and also check in advance how to get to Shymkent airport and possible transportation options from Xi'an airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shymkent — Xian by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 599 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,947 in r. 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.
Shymkent → Xian, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 768 | low | May | AED 1,025 | high | Sep | AED 1,048 | high |
| Feb | AED 745 | low | Jun | AED 885 | medium | Oct | AED 1,094 | high |
| Mar | AED 931 | high | Jul | AED 908 | medium | Nov | AED 862 | medium |
| Apr | AED 978 | high | Aug | AED 908 | medium | Dec | AED 792 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Xi'an is characterized by hot summers and cool winters. The warmest month is July, with an average maximum temperature of 31.7°C, while the lowest temperatures and driest weather are observed in January, when the thermometer drops to -3.6°C.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in August, when ticket prices start AED 591. The most expensive period for traveling on this route is December, when ticket costs can rise AED 1,919.
The optimal time for a trip is considered to be September: during this period, the extreme summer heat subsides, and flight prices remain affordable, averaging AED 734. It is best to avoid flying at the end of the year due to significant price increases.
DV (SCAT Airlines) operates regular flights on the route between these cities. Flights occur approximately once a week, which requires careful planning of your travel dates. The main carrier provides direct air service, connecting the airports of the two countries. You can check the current schedule for specific days and choose the most suitable option in the interactive list below.
Flights Shymkent — Xian depart from Shymkent Airport and arrive at Xianyang International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is approximately 3,524 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is about 4 hours and 30 minutes.
Regular flights from Shymkent to Xi'an are operated by DV (SCAT Airlines).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, but they are infrequent — usually about once a week.
Airfare is constantly changing depending on flight occupancy and the date of purchase. Current minimum prices for various months are presented in the low price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (SIA).
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