Search Flights from Shymkent to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Shymkent to Istanbul

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $109
  • Direct flight duration 5 hour 20 min
  • Direct airlines Scat Airlines, Pegasus
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Wednesday, Friday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $160

Cheapest flights from Shymkent to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Pegasus

Pegasus
28 Oct, Wed
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
6 Nov, Fri
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
16 Nov, Mon
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
18 Nov, Wed
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
21 Nov, Sat
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
13 Nov, Fri
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
4 Nov, Wed
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
7 Nov, Sat
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
2 Nov, Mon
Shymkent – Istanbul
5h 25m
Non-stop
CIT–SAW

Last update: 07 October 2026 03:02

Direct flights from Shymkent to Istanbul

Scat Airlines
Pegasus

Estimated Prices for Shymkent to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day28 October Wednesday
Best Price
$104
Average Price
$171
$268
$104
$146
07Wed
Oct
$162
08Thu
$166
09Fri
$244
10Sat
$142
11Sun
$146
12Mon
$146
13Tue
$141
14Wed
$142
15Thu
$186
16Fri
$234
17Sat
$141
18Sun
$186
19Mon
$191
20Tue
$141
21Wed
$141
22Thu
$161
23Fri
$268
24Sat
$206
25Sun
$186
26Mon
$186
27Tue
$104
28Wed
$191
29Thu
$143
30Fri
$241
31Sat
$171
01Sun
Nov
$145
02Mon
$172
03Tue
$131
04Wed
$169
05Thu

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Shymkent City Center

Shymkent Intl. Airport

You can arrive at Shymkent Airport from the city center by taxi, bus or train. Because the distance is about 11 km, these public transportation vehicles are very economical. Furthermore, you can also go to the airport in 10 minutes with the car you will rent from a car rental company found in the city.

Train

You can get in contact with the Shymkent railway station located on the southern end of Kabanbay Batyr Street in the city center by visiting its website or calling 8 (725) 295 2120 and book your ticket in advance. It is possible to get to this train station, which is very close to the city center, on foot or by bus. You can also directly go to Shymkent Airport from the bus stops and taxi stands near the station.

Bus

Avtovokzal Ayna, 3 km northeast of the city center, is the largest and busiest bus station after Samal and is located at the intersection of Aymautov and Zhibek Zholy, the most important region of the city.

Marshrutka

Marshrutkas which you will come across very frequently in the city are the commonly used public transportation vehicles after buses. There are also Marshrutkas arriving Taraz in 3 hours. These vehicles move from Samal at certain intervals between 7 am and 7 pm. There are also Marshrutka services to Zhabagyly Village. This takes 2 hours. They move from Ayna bus station around 12 in the morning and 2 in the afternoon.

Taxi

You can use taxis in order to go to the Shymkent Airport from any part of the city. The airport is 10 km away from the city. Gypsy taxis which we can come across frequently in the city are cheaper when compared to others.

Car Rental

If you want to go to the airport with the car you have rented from one of the car rental companies in the city, you should drive on Temirlan road. Then continue to the city exit and turn left after driving 9 km; you will see the airport. You will not be exposed to a heavy traffic in the city.

Airport Information

Shymkent International Airport is 10 km away from the city center. There are direct flights to Shymkent Airport from many cities in Turkey. The airport, located on 12,6 km northwest of Shymkent railway station, has been offering service with its domestic and international flights since 1923. The first part of the new terminal will be ready by 2020 and the second part will be completed by 2030. Railway, bus and taxi stands will spread to a wider area. The current capacity of 200,000 passengers will reach much higher numbers at the end of the project.

Some of the main airlines of Shymkent Airport; Air Astana, Aeroflot, Bek Air, Qazaq Air. In Shymkent Airport terminal building, there are smoking areas, souvenir shops and markets, restaurants and information desks where you can get information about public transportation, city road map etc.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Tuesday
6 Oct
Cloudy
19°14°
Today
Wednesday
7 Oct
Cloudy
20°13°
Thursday
8 Oct
Fog
21°11°
Friday
9 Oct
Clear
24°14°
Saturday
10 Oct
Cloudy
26°15°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Shymkent Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Shymkent-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Shymkent-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Shymkent-Istanbul flights, you can use Shymkent Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Shymkent-Istanbul is 3339 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Shymkent-Istanbul flights is Tuesday.
Scat Airlines, Pegasus organizes direct flights between Shymkent-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Pegasus starts from approximately $104.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Scat Airlines
$146
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
Pegasus
$104
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Air Astana
$221
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
Azerbaijan Airlines
$161
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage

Last update: 05.10.2026

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