Flying from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport.
Almaty's timezone is UTC+6, which is the same as Shimkent.
Flights from CIT to ALA start from 00:50 — the first with SCAT Airlines. The last departure is at 22:40 with SCAT Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 50 weekly Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your CIT to ALA flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
SCAT Airlines is your ticket to exploring Almaty (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Kazakhstan!). Check out the direct flights from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is SCAT Airlines.
SCAT Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CIT to ALA flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CIT and ALA include:
Kostanay Airport
Aktau International Airport
Aktyubinsk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport flight is $30. A round-trip fare is currently $82. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CIT to ALA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from CIT to ALA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shymkent Airport (CIT)
When it comes to Shymkent Airport's on-time performance, 62.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Shymkent Airport from central Shimkent, it takes about 0 hours by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 0.16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CIT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
Pick up an Almaty Airport rental car and discover Almaty and beyond with your own set of wheels. AmiGo!, Hertz and Vladex are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Almaty Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Almaty in February.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Shymkent Airport to Almaty Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CIT to ALA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Almaty has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kazakhstan waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres north-east of Almaty, a trip to Sarkand will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.
Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.
