Shenzhen to Shymkent (SZX–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.
SZX–CIT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,878 miles in approximately 7h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 8 | 33X | 7h45-8h | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shymkent from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→CIT | HKG→CIT | MFM→CIT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| Flight time | 7h 45m | 7h 15m | 7h 30m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · CIT: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, 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.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
SZX–CIT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to CIT
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Shymkent International Airport (CIT) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to CIT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to CIT is about 7 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,878 miles (4,631 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zhengzhou Xinzheng, Ürümqi Tianshan and Shanghai Pudong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG) and Nossa Senhora do Carmo (MFM).