Air tickets Taraz — Shymkent

Looking for air tickets from Taraz to Shymkent? On the Freedom Travel website and app you can find the available itineraries, compare airline offers, book a seat and pay for your order online.

This page gathers the key information about the route: the distance and approximate travel time, available connections, the airlines serving the journey, price guidance, plus details about the arrival airport and what to see in Shymkent.

General information about flights between Taraz and Shymkent

The distance between Taraz and Shymkent is about 160 km as the crow flies — these are two neighbouring cities in southern Kazakhstan. Because of the short distance there is no scheduled air service between them: there are no nonstop flights in the timetable, and flying is only possible with a connection via Almaty or Astana, taking from 4 hours 30 minutes. Both cities are in Kazakhstan's single time zone (UTC+5), so there is no time difference. The flight is domestic and no visa is required. The route is of interest to travellers for whom Shymkent is either the final destination or a transfer point on a longer journey.

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Taraz — Shymkent flight schedule

There are no nonstop flights between Taraz and Shymkent in the timetable: the cities are too close together for air service to be in demand. Taraz has regular flights to Almaty, Astana and Atyrau, while Shymkent is linked to Almaty and Astana by several daily flights, so the itinerary is built from two sectors.

The set of available connections and departure times varies by season and timetable period, so it is easiest to check the current options for your dates in the Freedom Travel search. Fares are dynamic and depend on demand and seat availability.

How much does a flight from Taraz to Shymkent cost

The ticket price depends on the departure date, the airline and connection you choose, the season and how far in advance you book. Tickets bought several weeks ahead are usually cheaper than last-minute purchases. You can see the current price for specific dates — already including all fees — in the Freedom Travel search and pay for your order by card online straight away.

Which airlines fly the Taraz — Shymkent route

• SCAT Airlines — operates one of the legs (via Almaty or Astana)
• Air Astana — operates one of the legs (via Astana)
• FlyArystan — operates one of the legs (via Almaty)

The mix of carriers and available connections changes along with the timetable, so check the full list of options for your chosen dates in the Freedom Travel search.

How to get from Taraz to Shymkent: travel options

There are no nonstop flights between Taraz and Shymkent — airlines do not schedule regular service on such a short leg.

Flying is only possible with a connection: the itinerary is built via Almaty or Astana, both of which have regular flights from Taraz and several carriers flying on to Shymkent. This option makes most sense as part of a longer trip — for example, when Shymkent is an intermediate point on your route.

Bear in mind that the connection makes the total journey time considerably longer than the distance itself would suggest, so when comparing options it is important to look at the overall trip length and the layover time. Both cities are in Kazakhstan, so no transit visa is needed.

Find return flights from Shymkent to Taraz

Shymkent airport

Flights are handled by Shymkent International Airport (code CIT). It lies about 10 km from the city centre, with buses and taxis running into town. It is one of Kazakhstan's largest airports, serving both domestic and international destinations.

What to see in Shymkent

Shymkent is one of Kazakhstan's largest cities and an important centre in the south of the country. It combines ancient history with modern development, so archaeological sites sit alongside new parks.

• Dendropark — a large park with a collection of plants
• Ken Baba Ethnopark — a park with elements of traditional Kazakh culture
• Ordabasy Square — the city's central square
• Central Park — a popular place to relax
• Regional Museum of Local History — exhibits on the archaeology, history and ethnography of the region
• Citadel of ancient Shymkent — the remains of an ancient settlement in the historic part of the city

Check the available connections for your dates and arrange your trip to Shymkent online — compare options and buy air tickets on Freedom Travel.