Shymkent to Astana

Shymkent to Astana

Shymkent
Astana
Tue, May 21
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$78
 
 
$96

Other Options

Shymkent to Astana Schedule

Shymkent to Astana Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 00:45 - 00:39KZT 14,139
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 02:41 - 04:48KZT 13,271
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 05:00 - 06:42KZT 12,134
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV70106:30 - 08:20KZT 55,635
FlyArystan Economy 08:10 - 00:40KZT 78,828
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV71511:40 - 13:20KZT 32,462
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV77113:00 - 14:40KZT 23,501
Kazakhstan Railways 1st Class Sleeper 15:10 - 09:18KZT 22,949
FlyArystan Economy 17:20 - 23:30KZT 56,192
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV73519:00 - 20:40KZT 26,964
FlyArystan Economy #ARYSTAN732620:55 - 22:45KZT 29,419
Qazaq Air Economy #IQ42823:10 - 01:20KZT 32,157

Transportation from Shymkent to Astana

Facts about the transport from Shymkent to Astana

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure4:27 AM
Latest Departure7:45 PM
Departures per day6
Distance1329 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFlyArystan, Kazakhstan Railways, SCAT Airlines

How to get from Shymkent to Astana

When you want to get from Shymkent to Astana, 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 96.00. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 77.45.

How far is Shymkent from Astana?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Shymkent to Astana. Your trip will be a total of 826 miles (1329 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

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

The travel time from Shymkent to Astana can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 27 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Shymkent to Astana varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is SCAT Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 77.45 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 96.00.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 19.98 to USD 32.91;
  • Plane tickets - USD 77.45 to USD 96.00;

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

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

  • Flights from Shymkent to Astana depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Shymkent to Astana. 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 77.45.

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 Shymkent to Astana

FlyArystan, SCAT Airlines

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 Shymkent to Astana

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Shymkent to Astana? 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.