Cheap Flights from Shymkent to Almaty from $34

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Shymkent to Almaty (CIT-ALA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Scat Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $34 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CIT to ALA on Thu, Sep 3), while Scat Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $63 departing on Fri, Aug 28 and returning on Fri, Sep 4.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shymkent to Almaty?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shymkent to Almaty with the following airlines, including: Scat Airlines FlyArystan Air Astana Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Shymkent (CIT) to Almaty (ALA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to fly from Shymkent (CIT) to Almaty (ALA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shymkent to Almaty?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shymkent to Almaty is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Shymkent to Almaty?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 55 flight per week flying from Shymkent to Almaty. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Scat Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- DV705 (06:16) Scat Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- DV707 (14:10) Scat Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- DV747 (19:30)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shymkent to Almaty?

  To find best deals on flights from Shymkent to Almaty, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Sep 3, with one-way flights priced at just $34.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Scat Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Almaty travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shymkent (CIT) to Almaty (ALA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shymkent to Almaty is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shymkent to Almaty on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shymkent to Almaty on July 30, 2026 with FlyArystan, with prices starting at $35.

• Which airports can I fly to for Almaty from Shymkent?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Almaty, with Shymkent International Airport to Almaty International Airport (CIT-ALA) is by far the most common option on this route: Almaty International Airport (ALA) Boraldai Airport (BXJ).

• Is there any time difference between Shymkent and Almaty?

  The time difference between Almaty and Shymkent is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shymkent to Almaty?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.