Alma-ata to Chimkent flights
Direct and connecting flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Shymkent Airport (CIT) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Alma-ata to Chimkent take?
Flight time from Alma-ata (ALA) to Chimkent (CIT) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Alma-ata to Chimkent?
Airline availability for ALA to CIT changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Alma-ata to Chimkent?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ALA to CIT varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Scat Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Air Astana5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Scat Air | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Air Astana | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ALA → CIT
ALA to CIT is a short-haul route of 626 km (389 mi). See the return CIT → ALA route.
Alternative airports near Alma-ata: Tamchy (IKU) — 89 km.