Air tickets Shymkent — Istanbul

Flights from Shymkent to Istanbul are a popular travel destination for residents and guests of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Travelers buy a plane ticket to Istanbul for tourism purposes, and also use the city's international airports as a transit hub.

How to buy a plane ticket Shymkent — Istanbul

To buy air tickets from Shymkent to Istanbul at a good price, experienced travelers advise:

• Book tickets in advance;
• Choose departure dates in the middle of the week;
• Buy tickets from low-cost airlines;
• Track ticket prices for nearby dates.

You can find and buy a ticket at the best price on Freedom Travel: our service offers a convenient search system – you can book tickets for direct and connecting flights on the date you need.

In which month is it advantageous to buy a ticket?

Following a flexible ticket pricing policy, airlines set maximum prices during the period of highest demand: for the Shymkent – Istanbul route these months are July, September and October. Air travel from December to March will cost you less than in the "high season".

Is it worth buying round-trip tickets at once?

A trip to Istanbul from Shymkent will cost you less if you buy tickets for the return direction at the same time. Choose the dates you need, and the capabilities of our service will help you buy tickets at a good price.

Which airlines fly from Shymkent to Istanbul?

Direct flights to the former Turkish capital are offered by two carriers – SCAT and Pegasus Airlines. A connecting flight can be composed of routes of the carriers Air Astana, FlyArystan, SCAT Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Vietjet Qazaqstan, Azerbaijan Airlines and Qatar Airways. The average duration of a direct flight is 5 hours; on the Freedom Travel website you can find direct and connecting flights for any date.

Which is cheaper — with a connection or a direct flight?

A direct flight from Shymkent allows travelers to reach their destination quickly and comfortably, however a plane ticket on direct flights often costs more than connecting routes. By planning your trip in advance, you can compose an optimal route with connections and thus save money.

About Istanbul

Istanbul is one of the oldest cities in Turkey, its former capital. This city with a centuries-old history has 19 sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Tourists from Kazakhstan can visit ancient temples, take a walking or water tour, and enjoy the beautiful city and sea landscapes.

How to get from the airport to Istanbul?

Transfer from Istanbul airport is offered by private carriers and taxis; you can also get to the city by bus. The distance from the new airport to the city is 40 km – take this into account when planning travel time.

Have a great trip!