Are direct flights from Shanghai to Shymkent always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more layovers can often be more affordable. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Shymkent flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons usually results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal cheaper tickets.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Shymkent flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total budget to avoid surprises.

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Shanghai to Shymkent: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent connect at least once, with only 15.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

When considering cheap flights from Shanghai to Shymkent, fares typically range from $419–$705, with a median of $592. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, and 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent is typically in October or September, both with a median fare of $294. August also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $374.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Shymkent, including connections, takes approximately 26h 25m. This route covers a distance of 4,706 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shymkent

Regular price: CN¥2,474 - CN¥6,468

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent is between CNY 2474 and CNY 6468. The current lowest deal is CNY 3374 with Nantucket Airlines for travel from Nov 24-Nov 30.

now CN¥3,374

Low CN¥2,474

High CN¥6,468

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

The cheapest month to fly from SHA to CIT is September, with a median price of $294. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1699. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

September

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥294

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,699

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Nantucket Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shymkent

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥4,450

CN¥4,106

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,381

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,381

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,381

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,654

CN¥3,582

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥3,621

CN¥4,186

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

2 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 24

CN¥5,065 → CN¥3,394

33%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

CN¥4,989 → CN¥3,394

32%

3 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 21

CN¥4,991 → CN¥3,401

32%

3 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 14

CN¥4,963 → CN¥3,394

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

Shanghai - Shymkent route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Shymkent are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October or September for cheaper fares

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are October ($294) and September ($294).

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 26h 25m

The median flight duration from Shanghai to Shymkent is 26 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.6% of recent flights are direct; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Nantucket Airlines offers direct flights

Nantucket Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are available regularly

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent are available on a regular cadence.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers flights to Shymkent, providing a good option for your journey.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,401

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport offers flights to Shymkent, providing another option for your journey.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥4,046

Shymkent main airports to arrive at

Shymkent International (CIT)

Cheapest

Shymkent International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,388

Airports nearby Shymkent used as alternative

Tashkent International (TAS)

Cheapest

Tashkent International offers significantly more flight options as a major international hub, despite requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~120 km from Shymkent (reachable by cross-border transport links)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,602

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From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

91% AI deal score

$3,264

$1,976

Save $1,288

China Southern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 17

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

90% AI deal score

$3,270

$1,976

Save $1,294

China Southern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 17

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

90% AI deal score

$3,296

$2,045

Save $1,251

China Southern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Nov 11

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

89% AI deal score

$3,061

$2,213

Save $848

Air Astana

Business Class

From PVG

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Jan 11

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

89% AI deal score

$3,213

$2,213

Save $1,000

Air Astana

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 23

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

89% AI deal score

$3,296

$2,376

Save $920

Air Astana

Business Class

From SHA

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Oct 21

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

88% AI deal score

$3,372

$2,340

Save $1,032

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 21

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

88% AI deal score

$3,414

$2,344

Save $1,070

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 23

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

88% AI deal score

$3,441

$2,430

Save $1,011

Shanghai Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 23

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

88% AI deal score

$3,414

$2,441

Save $973

Shanghai Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 24

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

87% AI deal score

$3,267

$2,406

Save $861

China Southern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 24

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

87% AI deal score

$3,356

$2,407

Save $949

China Southern Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shymkent

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices from various providers. Looking into flights with layovers may also present cheaper options than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance often helps secure better prices, though the optimal booking window can vary. Generally, purchasing tickets several weeks or months before your intended departure may result in more favorable fares. Monitoring price trends can also be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can occasionally be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time.

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Shanghai to Shymkent: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent connect at least once, with only 15.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Shymkent, including connections, takes approximately 26h 25m. This route covers a distance of 4,706 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shymkent

Regular price: CN¥2,474 - CN¥6,468

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent is between CNY 2474 and CNY 6468. The current lowest deal is CNY 3374 with Nantucket Airlines for travel from Nov 24-Nov 30.

now CN¥3,374

Low CN¥2,474

High CN¥6,468

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

September

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥294

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,699

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Nantucket Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shymkent

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥4,450

CN¥4,106

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,381

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,381

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,381

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

Nantucket Airlines

CN¥2,654

CN¥3,582

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shymkent

Shanghai (PVG) - Shymkent (CIT)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥3,621

CN¥4,186

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

2 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 24

CN¥5,065 → CN¥3,394

33%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

CN¥4,989 → CN¥3,394

32%

3 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 21

CN¥4,991 → CN¥3,401

32%

3 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 14

CN¥4,963 → CN¥3,394

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

Shanghai - Shymkent route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Shymkent are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October or September for cheaper fares

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are October ($294) and September ($294).

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 26h 25m

The median flight duration from Shanghai to Shymkent is 26 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.6% of recent flights are direct; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Nantucket Airlines offers direct flights

Nantucket Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are available regularly

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent are available on a regular cadence.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers flights to Shymkent, providing a good option for your journey.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,401

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport offers flights to Shymkent, providing another option for your journey.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥4,046

Shymkent main airports to arrive at

Shymkent International (CIT)

Cheapest

Shymkent International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,388

Airports nearby Shymkent used as alternative

Tashkent International (TAS)

Cheapest

Tashkent International offers significantly more flight options as a major international hub, despite requiring an international border crossing.

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

87% AI deal score

$3,356

$2,407

Save $949

China Southern Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shymkent

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Shymkent

Shanghai to Shymkent: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shymkent

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shymkent

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

Shanghai - Shymkent route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October or September for cheaper fares

Flights typically take 26h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Nantucket Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are available regularly

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shymkent main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shymkent used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shymkent

Best Elite deals to Shymkent

Oct 17

Oct 17

Oct 17

Nov 11

Jan 11

Oct 23

Oct 21

Oct 21

Oct 23

Oct 23

Oct 24

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shymkent

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Shymkent?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Shymkent?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent?

Are direct flights from Shanghai to Shymkent always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Shymkent flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Shymkent flights?

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Shymkent from other cities

Shanghai to Shymkent: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shymkent

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shymkent

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shymkent

Shanghai - Shymkent route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October or September for cheaper fares

Flights typically take 26h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Nantucket Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are available regularly

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shymkent main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shymkent used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shymkent

Best Elite deals to Shymkent

Oct 17

Oct 17

Oct 17

Nov 11

Jan 11

Oct 23

Oct 21

Oct 21

Oct 23

Oct 23

Oct 24

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shymkent

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Shymkent?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Shymkent?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Shanghai to Shymkent?