Shanghai (Pudong) to Shymkent (PVG–CIT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
DV462
DV SCAT
738
5:55 AM
CST T2
10:50 AM
+05
7h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DV461
DV SCAT
738
7:10 PM
+05 TA
4:55 AM+1
CST
6h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Shymkent
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,950 mi 7h 55m nonstop -3h behind 10 1-stop hubs

PVG–CIT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SCAT leads the route. The flight covers 2,950 miles in approximately 7h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–CIT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DV SCAT 3 738 7h55
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – DV
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: DV (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVG to CIT direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CIT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
792
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Shymkent is 3 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · CIT: +05

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 3:00 PM in Shymkent.
Distance & Flight Time
2,950 mi / 4,748 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 55m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays exceeding 30 days, registration with migration authorities or a visa is required.

Getting to PVG

The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.

PVG–CIT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Shymkent route.
Route details
Distance2,950 mi / 4,748 km
Flight time7h 55m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CIT
IATA / ICAOCIT / UAII
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Elevation1,385 ft / 422 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CIT flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shymkent International Airport take approximately 7h 55m. The route covers 2,950 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: SCAT.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from PVG to CIT. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through URC, OVB, HKG, IST, ALA, BKK, CGO, SZX, MFM and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shymkent is 3 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from CIT to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVG to CIT

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shymkent International Airport (CIT) are connected by nonstop service from SCAT. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PVG to CIT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to CIT ranges from 7 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,950 miles (4,748 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via URC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.