Air Astana
KC971 Flight Status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight KC971, operated by Air Astana and scheduled to fly from Almaty (ALA to Shymkent (CIT), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
Thu, Oct 1
Fri, Oct 2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 16m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
14
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Canceled
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1h 25m
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Boarding Gate
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KC971 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KC971 flight flying from Almaty to Shymkent on 10/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 5y, 8m.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
93
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
5y, 8m
Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
First
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
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Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Entertainment tablet
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KC971
Trip.com historical records show that the last KC971 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from ALA at approximately 7:22 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in CIT at 8:31 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 26 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | A20N | 6:47 AM | 7:54 AM | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | 320 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | A20N | 6:37 AM | 7:45 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | A20N | 7:27 PM | 8:34 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | A20N | 6:39 AM | 7:50 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | A20N | 7:22 PM | 8:31 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Almaty (ALA) | Shymkent (CIT) | 320 | -- | -- | Canceled |
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KC971 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KC971 is 93% (Late on average 11 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
93
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Early
77
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
5
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight kc971?
Flight kc971 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Air Astana or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight kc971 on time today?
Flight kc971 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Air Astana or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking. -
Has flight kc971 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kc971 is scheduled to depart at 6:35 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:35 AM, and the current status is Canceled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight kc971 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kc971 is scheduled to arrive at 8:00 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 7:40 AM. Status is Canceled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight kc971 fly?
Flight kc971 is operated by Air Astana from Almaty (ALA) to Shymkent (CIT). Typical flight time is about 1 hour25 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight kc971?
Track flight kc971 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications. -
If flight kc971 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kc971 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Oct 2, 2026). Contact Air Astana or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight kc971 departed from Almaty?
Flight kc971 has been canceled and did not depart from Almaty (ALA). Contact Air Astana or your booking channel for next steps. -
What is the seat configuration for flight kc971?
Flight kc971 usually flies a Airbus A320 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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