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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Almaty to Shymkent, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
All airlines serving Almaty — Shymkent operate daily direct flights: SCAT, Syphax Airlines, and Air Astana fly every day.
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The route Almaty — Shymkent is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including Syphax Airlines, SCAT, Air Astana, and Turkish Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $32) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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Almaty — Shymkent
09/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7105
starting at $32
Almaty — Shymkent
09/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7107
starting at $33
Almaty — Shymkent
09/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7107
starting at $33
Almaty — Shymkent
09/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7105
starting at $33
Almaty — Shymkent
09/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7107
starting at $33
Almaty — Shymkent
11/15/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7103
starting at $33
Almaty — Shymkent
02/22/2027
Departure
Direct flight
FS7103
starting at $33
Almaty — Shymkent
07/20/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7105
starting at $34
Almaty — Shymkent
10/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7105
starting at $34
Almaty — Shymkent
10/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FS7103
starting at $34
SCAT
Every day
starting at $59
Syphax Airlines
Every day
starting at $29
Air Astana
Every day
starting at $49
Almaty International Airport (ALA) is Kazakhstan’s main international gateway and typically handles the bulk of long-haul and regional flights, serving full-service carriers as well as low-cost operators. It sits about 15–20 km southeast of the city center; taxi rides commonly take 20–35 minutes depending on traffic and can be moderately priced, while airport shuttles and private transfers may offer more predictable fares and schedules. The airport usually provides a good range of passenger amenities, though peak periods can be busy. Pros: direct international connections and relatively fast road access. Cons: occasional congestion at peak times and limited rail links compared with some hubs.
The cheapest one-way flight from Almaty to Shymkent departs on 09/10/2026, is operated by Syphax Airlines and costs $32
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Almaty to Shymkent departs on 09/05/2026, is operated by Syphax Airlines and costs $68
Fastest flight from Almaty to Shymkent takes
There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Su, Mo, We, Th, and Sa
The distance between Almaty and Shymkent is 605km (375 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 13m. There are 59 direct flights from Almaty to Shymkent. Almaty and Shymkent are in the same time zone. Flights from Almaty begin at 6:35 AM. The latest flight from Almaty departs at 10:05 PM
Shymkent International Airport (CIT) serves as the main gateway for southern Kazakhstan and typically functions as a regional/international hub rather than a large global transfer point. It commonly handles national carriers and some low-cost and regional airlines serving domestic routes and nearby CIS destinations; fares can often be affordable compared with major Eurasian hubs. The airport is about 12–15 km east of Shymkent city centre; taxis or ride-hailing services generally take 15–25 minutes depending on traffic and can cost modest amounts, while shared minibuses and local buses take 25–40 minutes for lower fares. Pros: relatively compact layout and short walking distances; cons: limited late-night connections and fewer premium lounges or extensive shopping compared with larger hubs.
The cheapest flight ticket from Almaty to Shymkent according to data for the last 48 hours costs $32
Often the best time to buy tickets from Almaty to Shymkent is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Almaty to Shymkent can be found flying in these months: September, June, October.
The fastest flights from Almaty to Shymkent start from 1 hour 10 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Almaty — Shymkent: Syphax Airlines
In different months, ticket prices from Almaty to Shymkent vary: minimum — $33 (September 2026), maximum — $4,306 (April 2027). Typically, the flight costs $74–$685.
Flight costs for Almaty — Shymkent fluctuate noticeably — prices go up and down. There's no clear trend, but we've analyzed the data and found some benchmarks.
Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is September 2026–October 2026 — averaging $33. The most expensive is April 2027–May 2027 ($3,589). The difference reaches 99%.
With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is September 2026–October 2026, where you can save up to 99%.
Price spread on this route is 204.9%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.
