Cheapest Direct Flight
Scat Airlines
22 Oct, Thu
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
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Quick Flight Summary from Urumqi to Shymkent
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $168
- Direct flight duration 2 hour 40 min
- Direct airlines Scat Airlines
- Arrival airports CIT
- Best days to book Sunday, Thursday
- Average over the last 30 days $203
Cheapest flights from Urumqi to Shymkent
Scat Airlines
11 Oct, Sun
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Shortest Flight
Scat Airlines
5 Oct, Mon
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 15m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Scat Airlines
18 Oct, Sun
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Scat Airlines
4 Oct, Sun
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Scat Airlines
20 Sep, Sun
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Scat Airlines
28 Sep, Mon
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 15m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Scat Airlines
1 Oct, Thu
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Scat Airlines
27 Sep, Sun
Urumqi – Shymkent
2h 40m
Non-stop
URC–CIT
Last update: 19 September 2026 02:24
Direct flights from Urumqi to Shymkent
Estimated Prices for Urumqi to Shymkent Flights
Cheapest Day18 October Sunday
Best Price
$165
Average Price
$233
$357
$165
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Transportation to Airport from Urumqi City Center
Urumqi Diwopu Intl. Airport
You can get to the airport by using the buses operating from the early hours in the morning till the late hours in the evening. Taxis and shuttle buses stand out as the fastest transportation options. You can easily find a taxi in the city center or use the shuttle buses that have stops at certain points of the city.
Taxi
Taxis which apply different day and night tariffs take you to go to the airport in about 20 minutes. If you need to go to the airport at late hours, you should reserve a taxi in advance because there is no other transportation at night.
Bus
Buses carry passengers to the airport by departing from the two terminals located in Urumqi. You can use the bus routes 21 and 57 for the travel lasting approximately 45 minutes. The buses operate between 7:30 am and 11:30 pm.
Shuttle Bus
If you choose to use the shuttle buses which operate less frequently than the buses but on the other hand offer a faster transportation to the airport, you can get on the buses from China Southern Hotel located in Hong Shan from 07:30 am to 11:30 pm.
Airport Information
At Urumqi Diwopu Airport, which has three terminal buildings, the services offered to passengers are generally found in terminal buildings 2 and 3. In these two-layered terminal buildings, there is a first aid room and a health center in order to respond to emergencies.
At the airport, which has also wheelchair service for providing convenience to the disabled, there are many services such as dressing rooms, large waiting halls, lost-and-found offices, check rooms and an area where you can send faxes or take printouts.
In addition to these services, passengers can taste the delicious foods in Tian Yuan Restaurant and Street Restaurant located in terminals 2 and 3. These restaurants offer delicacies from the rich world cuisine. The airport, which also hosts a hotel having 178 rooms and a restaurant, is built on a very large area.
Transportation to Shymkent City Center from Airport
Shymkent Intl. Airport
Shymkent, also known as Chimkent, is at the center of South Kazakhstan, one of the most populous regions of Kazakhstan. Situated on the junction of Turkestan-Siberia Railway, Shymkent is located 690 km west of Almaty and 120 km north of Tashkent. The city, with a population of approximately 855 thousand, was established on Sayram River Valley. Shymkent, Kazakhstan's third largest city, has a history of about 8 hundred years.
Located in the south of the country, Shymkent is a cultural, commercial, industrial and tourism center. Although Shymkent is a small and underpopulated city, it is an important location where transportation networks intersect thanks to the distance between the city and nearby tourist destinations. Railway transportation is also very popular in Shymkent. The city also has connections with important cities such as Baku, Yerevan and Tbilisi.
In order to go to the city from Shymkent International Airport which is approximately 11 km to the city center, you need to go to the area where you can get on a car, bus or taxi. These vehicles are located at the exit of the terminal. Or you can rent your own car from one of the companies located in the terminal and go to the city center in about 10-15 minutes.
Train
Fundamentally, the whole intracity and intercity transportation network of Shymkent is performed through the Shymkent railway station. The railway networks of Shymkent, Kazakhstan's third largest city, are linked to many cities of Kazakhstan. The train station, located 1.5 km from the city center, is in Kabanbay Batyr. From the airport, you can get to the train station, Sportivnaya, directly by bus.
Bus
Shymkent central bus station is located in Samal. At the same time there is the second biggest bus station in Ayna. Bus route 12 offers service between Shymkent Airport and the city center.
Apart from this, if you want to go to Almaty from Shymkent by bus, you should know that the travel will last about 12 hours. These buses depart from Avtovokzal Samal. Every half an hour there are buses to many parts of the city from Avtovokzal Samal which is located 4 km north of the city center.
Marshrutka
Shymkent marshrutka routes are almost the same as the buses. These two means of transportation are the most important public transportation vehicles in the city. There is also no big difference in terms of the fares. From Samal, where the central bus station is located, there are marshrutka services to many parts of the city. To get to the city from Shymkent Airport, you can use the marshrutkas waiting outside the terminal. According to the fares of 2013 ticket price is 50 Tenge.
Taxi
If you get on a taxi to go to the city center from Shymkent Airport, you need to pay approximately 21-25 TL for the travel. This travel of 10.8 kilometers lasts approximately 11-12 minutes. If you make a reservation by getting in contact with Avto-kz Taxi, which is the most popular taxi company in Shymkent, your taxi will pick you up at the airport.
Car Rental
We recommend you to evaluate renting a car as your last option if your visit will be short and you will spend your time only in the center of Shymkent. Because the city has a small surface area, you can prefer other alternatives instead of renting a car. If you have rented your car from the airport and want to get to the city center, you can use the highway M-32.
Shymkent Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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Saturday
19 Sep
32°17°
Sunday
20 Sep
28°19°
Monday
21 Sep
29°16°
Tuesday
22 Sep
31°17°
Wednesday
23 Sep
31°17°
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Which airports can I use for Urumqi-Shymkent flights?
For Urumqi-Shymkent flights, you can use Ürümqi Diwopu Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Shymkent Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Urumqi-Shymkent and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Urumqi-Shymkent and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Urumqi-Shymkent is 1469 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Urumqi-Shymkent flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Urumqi-Shymkent flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Urumqi-Shymkent flights is Monday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Urumqi-Shymkent?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Urumqi-Shymkent?
Scat Airlines organizes direct flights between Urumqi-Shymkent.
Urumqi-Shymkent: which airline is better value on this route?
Urumqi-Shymkent: which airline is better value on this route?
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 Scat Airlines starts from approximately $164.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 FlyArystan | $177 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (56×23×36 cm) |
 China Southern Airlines | $357 | — |
 Air Astana | $262 | 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Scat Airlines | $164 | 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm cm) / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund |
Last update: 10.09.2026
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