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Overview: Shymkent to Astana flight
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Flights from Shymkent to Astana depart on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $65 but you can travel from only $22 by train.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 619 miles (997 km) distance in 1h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $22
Distance 619 miles (997 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 |
Flights per day 13 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $22
The cheapest and fastest flights from Shymkent to Astana
Showing times and prices for Aug 04
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Flights per day
30
Distance
997 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Shymkent to Astana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shymkent to Astana will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Fast flights
Of the 30 flights that leave Shymkent for Astana onTue, Aug 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct flights cover the 997 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the longest flights will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FS750911:30 PM1h55Shymkent1:25 AMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$881One-way0 transfers- FS73269:25 PM1h50Shymkent11:15 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$971One-way0 transfers
- FS73087:20 AM1h50Shymkent9:10 AMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$971One-way0 transfers
- FS73283:05 PM1h45Shymkent4:50 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$971One-way0 transfers
DV7457:35 PM1h40Shymkent9:15 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$1021One-way0 transfers
- DV7457:35 PM1h40Shymkent9:15 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$1021One-way0 transfers
- DV7015:30 AM1h40Shymkent7:10 AMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$1021One-way0 transfers
- DV71511:00 AM1h40Shymkent12:40 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$1021One-way0 transfers
- DV7714:30 PM1h40Shymkent6:10 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$1101One-way0 transfers
- FS73283:05 PM1h45Shymkent4:50 PMNur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport$971One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Shymkent to Astana
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shymkent to Astana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 619 miles (997 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 36m Average total duration 24h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Shymkent to Astana is a train with an average price of $29.
This is compared to other travel options from Shymkent to Astana:
A train is $64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Shymkent to Astana costing on average $93.
The fastest way to travel from Shymkent to Astana is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 51m.
Other travel options to Astana take longer:
Train takes on average 24h 6m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Shymkent and Astana including taking a train and flight.
Live departures
Shymkent to Astana flight times
The table below shows live departures for Shymkent to Astana flights for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS7106 · FS7065 | 12:15 AM Shymkent | 14h20 | 2:35 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7106 · FS7057 | 12:15 AM Shymkent | 11h45 | 12:00 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7106 · FS7053 | 12:15 AM Shymkent | 10h15 | 10:30 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7106 · FS7051 | 12:15 AM Shymkent | 8h15 | 8:30 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV723 · DV784 | 5:15 AM Shymkent | 8h45 | 2:00 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV701 | 5:30 AM Shymkent | 1h40 | 7:10 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DV705 · DV3420 | 6:00 AM Shymkent | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV743 · DV705 | 6:00 AM Shymkent | 14h00 | 8:00 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV713 · DV705 | 6:00 AM Shymkent | 8h25 | 2:25 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7308 | 7:20 AM Shymkent | 1h50 | 9:10 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DV715 | 11:00 AM Shymkent | 1h40 | 12:40 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DV709 · DV742 | 12:30 PM Shymkent | 19h25 | 7:55 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV774 · DV709 | 12:30 PM Shymkent | 27h55 | 4:25 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV787 · DV766 | 12:50 PM Shymkent | 25h40 | 2:30 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV3420 · DV707 | 1:40 PM Shymkent | 9h10 | 10:50 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV743 · DV707 | 1:40 PM Shymkent | 6h20 | 8:00 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV707 · DV703 | 1:40 PM Shymkent | 17h20 | 7:00 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7328 | 3:05 PM Shymkent | 1h45 | 4:50 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DV771 | 4:30 PM Shymkent | 1h40 | 6:10 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FS7104 · FS7337 | 5:10 PM Shymkent | 4h50 | 10:00 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7104 · FS7333 | 5:10 PM Shymkent | 8h05 | 1:15 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV747 · DV713 | 7:20 PM Shymkent | 19h05 | 2:25 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV703 · DV747 | 7:20 PM Shymkent | 11h40 | 7:00 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV745 | 7:35 PM Shymkent | 1h40 | 9:15 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DV713 · DV797 | 8:40 PM Shymkent | 17h45 | 2:25 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV703 · DV797 | 8:40 PM Shymkent | 10h20 | 7:00 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7326 | 9:25 PM Shymkent | 1h50 | 11:15 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DV713 · DV717 | 10:20 PM Shymkent | 16h05 | 2:25 PM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| DV703 · DV717 | 10:20 PM Shymkent | 8h40 | 7:00 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FS7509 | 11:30 PM Shymkent | 1h55 | 1:25 AM Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Complete guide to Astana
Things to do in Astana
Discover the best of Astana — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Astana trip today.
- Recommended
Museum of the First President
The Museum of the First President explores Kazakhstan’s early independence period through state gifts, archives, and ceremonial interiors.
- Recommended
Kulanshi Art Space
Kulanshi Art Space is a contemporary gallery inside the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, known for international exhibitions and modern Kazakh art.
- Must visit
Nurzhol Boulevard
Nurzhol Boulevard is Astana’s main ceremonial promenade, linking major landmarks with fountains, sculptures, and classic skyline photo spots.
- Must visit
Water-Green Boulevard Area
Water-Green Boulevard area is a signature urban axis lined with landmark architecture, making it one of the best self-guided walks in Astana.
- Recommended
Ishim River Embankment
Ishim River Embankment is a favorite walking area with river views, bridges, public art, and lively evening strolls in warmer months.
Beshbarmak
Beshbarmak is Kazakhstan’s iconic dish of boiled horse or lamb with flat noodles and onion broth, served at family feasts and celebrations.
- Gluten-free
Kazy
Kazy is a traditional horsemeat sausage, richly seasoned and served sliced at festive tables. It is a prized symbol of Kazakh hospitality.
- Gluten-free
Kuurdak
Kuurdak is a hearty fried meat dish, usually lamb or beef with onions and potatoes, valued as a rustic nomadic comfort food.
Arnau
Traditional Kazakh restaurant known for beshbarmak, kazy, and live folk music in a refined yurt-inspired setting.
Qazaq Gourmet
Upscale national cuisine restaurant serving polished Kazakh dishes and regional specialties in an elegant modern interior.
Saksaul
Popular casual spot for Kazakh and Central Asian comfort food, including grilled meats, baursak, and hearty soups.
Kazakhstani tenge (₸)
Moderate for regional capitals: hotels and dining vary, transit is cheap, and everyday tourist costs are usually lower than in Western Europe.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ₸3,000-5,000 for fast food or simple cafes.
- Mid-range
- ₸7,000-12,000 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- ₸20,000+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- ₸1,200-2,000 for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included. If not, 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Round up in cafes and taxis; tipping is modest, not mandatory.
Avtobys
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Prices
- Single ticket
- ₸110
- Day pass
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To the city center
Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport -> Nurly Zhol Railway Station
- Distance
- 16 km
- Travel time
- 35 min
- Use Avtobys or a transport card for buses; cash payment is generally not accepted on city buses.
- Contactless bank card payment is available on Astana buses through the operator's fare system.
FAQs: Shymkent to Astana Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shymkent to Astana by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Astana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap plane tickets from Shymkent to Astana can start from as little as $65 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Shymkent to Astana is $93 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Shymkent to Astana is 1h 40m to travel the 619 miles (997 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Shymkent to Astana leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Shymkent to Astana leaves at 11:55 PM.
The cheapest month for a flight from Shymkent to Astana is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Shymkent and Astana including taking a train and flight.
Since neither Shymkent nor Astana are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Kazakhstan and Kazakhstan. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Shymkent and Astana.
The best events to attend in Astana include:
- Astana Day, a vibrant celebration of the city’s founding with fireworks, concerts, and cultural performances
- Nauryz Meyrami, a traditional spring festival marking the Persian New Year with music, dance, and communal feasts
- Expo 2017, an international exhibition showcasing innovations in energy and sustainability.
The best holidays to experience in Astana include:
- Nauryz Meyrami, vibrant spring celebrations marking the Persian New Year with cultural festivities
- Kazakhstan Independence Day, patriotic events and fireworks showcasing national pride.
The best season to visit Astana is Spring or Summer. The best weather to explore Astana is during June-August or September-October.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
The currency used in Kazakhstan is the Kazakhstani tenge (KZT). Travelers often find it convenient to use cards in major cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for smaller shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Astana, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and public transport. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers who do not use meters, so it's advisable to agree on a fare beforehand or use official taxi apps. Travelers should also be wary of unofficial currency exchange offices to avoid counterfeit bills. Overall, maintaining awareness of surroundings and using reputable services enhances safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular airports
Popular airports from Shymkent to Astana
Most Shymkent to Astana flights use the Shymkent to Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Shymkent and Astana airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Departure airports in Shymkent
Arrival airports in Astana
Shymkent (CIT)
Which Astana airport do flights from Shymkent arrive at?
Flights from Shymkent to Astana arrive at Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport. Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport is 11 miles (18 km) from Astana city centre.
Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)Kabanbay Batyr Avenue, Nur-Sultan 020000, Kazakhstan
City-centre transport
Getting to Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport from Astana city centre
Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport is 17 km from Astana city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus10 · 45m · every ~17 min
10 · 52m · every ~17 min
Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport airport facilities and services
Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering Kazakh and intertiol cuisine, including cafes and fast-food outlets.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering local and intertiol banking services.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, such as the Ibis Asta Hotel..
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