Shanghai (Pudong) to Shymkent (PVG–CIT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
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, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DV SCAT | 3 | 738 | 7h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · CIT: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 3:00 PM in Shymkent.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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 is about 7 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. 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
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Almaty, Ürümqi Tianshan and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.