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Flights from Almaty to Shymkent

Nonstop flights from Almaty (ALA) to Shymkent (CIT) take about 1h 17m (626 km). FlyArystan and SCAT fly it. Lowest fare seen: $31 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Almaty to Shymkent

Carriers on ALA–CIT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ FlyArystannonstop fare seen✈ SCATnonstop fare seen

Almaty to Shymkent fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $31 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$4929 Oct 2026 · SCAT—
Nov 2026$3112 Nov 2026 · FlyArystan—
Dec 2026$3511 Dec 2026 · FlyArystan—
Jan 2027$4024 Jan 2027 · SCAT—
Feb 2027$408 Feb 2027 · SCAT—
Mar 2027$4116 Mar 2027 · SCAT—
May 2027$3827 May 2027 · FlyArystan—
Jun 2027$4515 Jun 2027 · FlyArystan—
Jul 2027$5323 Jul 2027 · FlyArystan—
Aug 2027$638 Aug 2027 · FlyArystan—
Sept 2027$4528 Sept 2027 · FlyArystan—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $31 in November 2026, against $35 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Almaty to Shymkent, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Almaty to Shymkent flights

How long is the flight from Almaty to Shymkent?
A nonstop flight from Almaty (ALA) to Shymkent (CIT) takes about 1h 17m, covering 626 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Almaty from Shymkent by air?
The great-circle distance between Almaty International Airport and Shymkent International Airport is 626 km (389 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Almaty to Shymkent?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ALA–CIT route include FlyArystan and SCAT. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Almaty to Shymkent cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ALA–CIT was $31 USD with FlyArystan (nonstop), departing 12 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Almaty to Shymkent?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $31 one-way, against $63 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Almaty to Shymkent?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Shymkent visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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