What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Only SCAT Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Shymkent.

Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Shimkent (CIT).

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flights?

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes: • SCAT Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent.

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Asiana Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $341 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $518, a difference of $177. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent spread across the day?

Morning is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent: • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 2:06 pm • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 3:36 am. The flight takes about 4h 36m.

How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent takes 4h 36m, covering 2,077 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $318 to $1,145. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent looking right now?

One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (Alma-Ata Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flight?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent range from $341 to $461, with an average of $364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $341 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

SCAT Airlines ($318) and Air Astana ($390) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between Istanbul Airport and Shymkent?

SCAT Airlines has the most frequent nonstop flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent with 6 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

How many nonstop flights run daily between Istanbul Airport and Shymkent?

There are 1 to 1 flights per day from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent, about 6 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 17% of weekly flights.

What time of day do most flights depart from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Most nonstop flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent depart in the morning, accounting for 100% of nonstop departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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Typical prices: $341-$461

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Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23

11:00 am - 5:45 pmIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

4h 45mnonstop

6:05 am - 9:40 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

5h 35mnonstop

$318SCAT Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23

11:00 am - 5:45 pmIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

4h 45mnonstop

12:00 pm - 10:35 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

24h 35m1 stop Aktau

$365Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

10:25 pm - 11:40 pmIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

23h 15m1 stop Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

10:55 pm - 11:20 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

14h 25m1 stop Almaty

$390Air Astana

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

10:25 pm - 8:25 amIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

32h 00m2 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Almaty

10:55 pm - 11:20 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

14h 25m1 stop Almaty

$401Air Astana

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23

10:20 pm - 8:25 amIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

8h 05m1 stop Almaty

12:00 pm - 10:35 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

24h 35m1 stop Aktau

$424Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

10:20 pm - 8:25 amIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

8h 05m1 stop Almaty

12:40 am - 9:20 pmCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

22h 40m2 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Almaty

$439Air Astana

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

10:25 pm - 8:05 pmIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

19h 40m2 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Almaty

12:40 am - 9:20 pmCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

22h 40m2 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Almaty

$441Air Astana

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

10:25 pm - 8:25 amIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

32h 00m2 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Almaty

12:40 am - 11:20 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

36h 40m2 stops Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl Almaty

$489Air Astana

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

10:25 pm - 11:40 pmIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

23h 15m1 stop Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

10:55 pm - 11:20 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

14h 25m1 stop Almaty

$507Air Astana

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

12:20 pm - 11:40 pmIST Istanbul-CIT Shimkent

33h 20m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

10:55 pm - 11:20 amCIT Shimkent-IST Istanbul

14h 25m1 stop Almaty

$518Air Astana

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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent typically range from $341 to $461. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $318, on SCAT Airlines.

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What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent:

• Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 2:06 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 3:36 am.

The flight takes about 4h 36m.
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent.
How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent takes 4h 36m, covering 2,077 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flight?
Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent range from $341 to $461, with an average of $364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $341 counts as a good deal.
Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Asiana Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.
How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.
Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $318 to $1,145. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent looking right now?
One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
Flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Shimkent (CIT).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $341 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $518, a difference of $177.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Shymkent?
Only SCAT Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Shymkent.
What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Shymkent?
Shymkent is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (Alma-Ata Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Shymkent flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SCAT Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $341, about $177 less than Tuesday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Shymkent trip for January. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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