Astana to Shymkent

Astana to Shymkent

Astana
Shymkent
Tue, May 14
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$20
 
 
$145

Other Options

Astana to Shymkent Schedule

Astana to Shymkent Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV173600:35 - 02:10KZT 39,903
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 02:36 - 02:40KZT 12,163
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 04:18 - 07:03KZT 14,392
Kazakhstan Railways 3rd Class Sleeper 06:06 - 06:52KZT 9,777
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV70208:55 - 10:30KZT 65,042
FlyArystan Economy #KC732710:45 - 12:45KZT 23,560
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV71612:05 - 13:40KZT 25,916
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV71614:20 - 15:50KZT 38,852
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV77217:40 - 19:10KZT 29,843
Qazaq Air Economy #IQ42719:05 - 21:00KZT 31,704
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 20:12 - 14:30KZT 18,296
Kazakhstan Railways 3rd Class Sleeper 23:39 - 23:31KZT 8,795

Transportation from Astana to Shymkent

Facts about the transport from Astana to Shymkent

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport1h 40m
Earliest Departure2:45 AM
Latest Departure11:39 PM
Departures per day12
Distance1238 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFlyArystan, Hahn Air Systems, Kazakhstan Railways, Qazaq Air

How to get from Astana to Shymkent

When you want to get from Astana to Shymkent, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 144.05. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 19.48.

How far is Astana from Shymkent?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Astana to Shymkent. Your trip will be a total of 770 miles (1238 km). The flying distance is 881 miles (1417 km).

How long does it take to get from Astana to Shymkent?

The travel time from Astana to Shymkent can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 25 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Astana to Shymkent?

The cost of the trip from Astana to Shymkent varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kazakhstan Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 19.48 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 144.05.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Astana to Shymkent:

  • Train tickets - USD 19.47 to USD 67.01;
  • Plane tickets - USD 101.02 to USD 144.06;

How many trips per day are there between Astana and Shymkent?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 8 trains per day.
  • Flights from Astana to Shymkent depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Astana to Shymkent. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 101.02.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Astana to Shymkent

FlyArystan, Hahn Air Systems, Qazaq Air

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Astana to Shymkent

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Astana to Shymkent? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.