Cheap Flights from Xi'an to Shymkent from €188

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Xi'an to Shymkent (SIA-CIT)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Scat Airlines offers one-way fares as low as €188 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. XIY to CIT on Thu, Jan 8), while Scat Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from €366 departing on Thu, Dec 18 and returning on Sat, Dec 20.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Xi'an to Shymkent?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Xi'an to Shymkent with the following airlines, including: Scat Airlines 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 Xi'an (SIA) to Shymkent (CIT) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 5 hours to fly from Xi'an (SIA) to Shymkent (CIT).

• When is the best time to book flights from Xi'an to Shymkent?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Xi'an to Shymkent 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 Xi'an to Shymkent?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 2 flight per week flying from Xi'an to Shymkent. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Scat Airlines: -/-/-/W/-/-/S -- DV782 (01:26)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Xi'an to Shymkent?

  To find best deals on flights from Xi'an to Shymkent, 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, Jan 8, with one-way flights priced at just €188.
  · 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 Shymkent travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Xi'an (SIA) to Shymkent (CIT) the cheapest?

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

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Xi'an to Shymkent on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Xi'an to Shymkent on December 17, 2025 with Air China, with prices starting at €446.

• Which airports can I fly to for Shymkent from Xi'an?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shymkent, with Xi'an Xianyang International Airport to Shymkent International Airport (XIY-CIT) is by far the most common option on this route: Shymkent International Airport (CIT).

• Is there any time difference between Xi'an and Shymkent?

  The time difference between Shymkent and Xi'an is 3h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Xi'an to Shymkent?

  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.