$319 Cheap Flights from Shimkent (CIT) to Istanbul (ISTA) in 2026

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shimkent Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $520. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Istanbul.$319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Istanbul.$319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Istanbul.$325 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $325, select.

Istanbul.$335 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $335, select.

Istanbul.$466 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar, returning Thu, 25 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $466, select.

Istanbul.$516 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $516, select.

Istanbul.$520 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

Istanbul.$521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.

Istanbul.$625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.

Istanbul.$626 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $626, select.

Istanbul.$687 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.

Istanbul.$894 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Shimkent on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $894, select.

Istanbul.$1,208 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,208, select.

Istanbul.$1,461 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Shimkent on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Shimkent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,461, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shimkent to Istanbul

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Shimkent to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$319
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	5 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	36

Finding cheap flights from Shimkent to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Shimkent to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shimkent to Istanbul is $319. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Shimkent to Istanbul?

5 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Shimkent to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Shimkent to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Scat Airlines and ULS Airlines Cargo fly direct from Shimkent to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Shimkent to Istanbul?

As of July 2026, there are 36 flights per week flying from Shimkent to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shimkent to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Shimkent to Istanbul is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Shimkent Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $319.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shimkent Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shimkent Airport to Istanbul on Monday, 16 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shimkent Airport to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 22 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Shimkent Airport to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shimkent Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Istanbul: what you need to know

Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is two hours behind Shimkent, where Shymkent International Airport is located. Istanbul runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
The busiest route is from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can select from two services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CIT to SAW is the 04:00 Pegasus option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 04:35 with Pegasus.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CIT to Istanbul flight.
During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your trip at CIT and arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).
Pegasus is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from CIT to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Antalya Airport (AYT)
- Almaty International Airport (ALA)
The journey from central Shimkent to CIT takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 0.16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CIT:
Of all flights departing from Shymkent International Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Istanbul

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul flight is $141. The cheapest price for a return flight is $319. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CIT to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CIT to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CIT to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your CIT to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to travel to Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CIT to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Shymkent International Airport to Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.