On this page, you can find and book flights from Aktau to Shymkent. The distance between the cities is 1,503 km, and there are about 10 flights per week on this route. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to the airport at your departure point and transport options from Shymkent airport.
Flights are operated by SCAT and FlyArystan. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so use the low-fare calendar and price trend chart to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Aktau → Shymkent on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by SCAT and FlyArystan. Departures from Aktau International Airport airports, arrivals at Shymkent Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Aktau — Shymkent by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 198 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 4,582 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Aktau → Shymkent, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 554 | high | May | AED 604 | high | Sep | AED 478 | medium |
| Feb | AED 403 | low | Jun | AED 629 | high | Oct | AED 428 | low |
| Mar | AED 453 | medium | Jul | AED 654 | high | Nov | AED 403 | low |
| Apr | AED 478 | medium | Aug | AED 629 | high | Dec | AED 579 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Shymkent is hottest in July, when average highs reach +34.8°C. The coldest month is January, with frosts down to -5.2°C, while the peak of precipitation and the highest number of "wet" days occur in March.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in September and October — AED 198. The highest ticket prices are seen in May, with fares starting AED 4,582; a significant price increase also occurs in December, reaching AED 1,105.
September is the optimal time for a trip, as the weather remains warm (+27.1°C) while ticket prices are at their lowest. We recommend avoiding flights in March due to high humidity and relatively high flight costs.
Two airlines regularly operate on this route: SCAT and FlyArystan. Most flights are direct, which significantly reduces travel time, and the bulk of the traffic is handled by SCAT. Click on a specific carrier's card below to see detailed weekly schedules and available fare options.
Flights Aktau — Shymkent depart from Aktau International Airport and arrive at Shymkent Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,503 km. A direct flight from Aktau to Shymkent usually takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by the Kazakh carriers SCAT and FlyArystan.
Yes, direct non-stop flights prevail on this route, with about 10 flights per week.
Ticket prices are dynamic and seasonal. You can check the current lowest price for your dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
All flights from Aktau arrive at Shymkent International Airport (CIT).
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