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$167+ Cheap flights from Shymkent (CIT) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CIT — IST
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Cheapest flights from Shymkent to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shymkent to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/149:30 pm
CIT
-
IST
2 stops50h 20m
Air Astana
Mon 4/209:55 pm
IST
-
CIT
1 stop8h 05m
Air Astana
Deal found 1/27$325
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/309:05 pm
CIT
-
IST
2 stops26h 20m
Air Astana
Fri 2/610:20 pm
IST
-
CIT
1 stop8h 05m
Air Astana
Deal found 1/25$352
This SCAT Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SCAT Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2910:30 am
CIT
-
IST
Nonstop5h 20m
SCAT Airlines
Mon 3/3011:30 pm
IST
-
CIT
Nonstop4h 50m
SCAT Airlines
Deal found 1/27$360
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3012:30 pm
CIT
-
IST
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/610:20 pm
IST
-
CIT
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$372
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/289:05 pm
CIT
-
IST
2 stops26h 20m
Air Astana
Sat 1/3110:25 pm
IST
-
CIT
2 stops19h 40m
Air Astana
Deal found 1/26$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:00 am
CIT
-
IST
2 stops15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/3011:30 pm
IST
-
CIT
Nonstop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$381
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3012:30 pm
CIT
-
IST
Nonstop5h 15m
SCAT Airlines
Fri 2/65:15 pm
IST
-
CIT
Nonstop4h 15m
SCAT Airlines
Deal found 1/25$382
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/49:00 am
CIT
-
IST
2 stops15h 10m
Air Astana
Tue 7/149:55 pm
IST
-
CIT
1 stop20h 25m
Air Astana
Deal found 1/25$385
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/219:30 pm
CIT
-
IST
1 stop25h 25m
Air Astana
Tue 6/3011:10 pm
IST
-
CIT
2 stops19h 10m
Air Astana
Deal found 1/27$387
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/2110:30 am
CIT
-
IST
Nonstop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/309:55 pm
IST
-
CIT
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$410

Find flight deals from Shymkent to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shymkent (CIT) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$325
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$167
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$321
Provider with most accurate pricing for Shimkent-Istanbul flight deals.
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From Shimkent to Istanbul
One-way flight from Shimkent to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shymkent to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Shymkent

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Tue 4/14

9:30 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops50h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

9:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop8h 05m

$325

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sun 3/29

10:30 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 3/30

11:30 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$360

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sat 7/4

9:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 7/14

9:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop8h 05m

$372

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sun 3/29

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops15h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 3/30

11:30 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$381

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sun 6/21

9:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 6/30

11:10 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$387

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sun 3/29

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops15h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 3/30

9:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop8h 05m

$422

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sun 3/29

9:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 3/29

11:10 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$451

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Sun 3/29

12:15 am-10:35 am

2 stops12h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 3/30

11:30 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$491

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Fri 2/6

9:05 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$167

ShymkentIstanbul

CIT - IST

CITIST

Shimkent

Mon 2/2

10:55 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$168

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Shymkent-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Shymkent-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Shymkent-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Shymkent-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Shymkent-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CIT to IST?

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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Pegasus Airlines from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

6.7

Food

5.7

Crew

7.2

Entertainment

5.5

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

Overall

6.7

Food

5.7

Crew

7.2

Entertainment

5.5

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shymkent to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Shymkent to Istanbul?

    Shimkent (CIT), located 6.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Shymkent to Istanbul. 1 airline have flights from Shimkent to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Shimkent to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport?

    For as low as $360, Air Astana can have you in Istanbul Airport from Shymkent in 5h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2077 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport is Pegasus Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $123 on this airline. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 62% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Shymkent to Istanbul Airport are Pegasus Airlines ($89), Air Astana ($118), and SCAT Airlines ($144).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shymkent to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shymkent to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shymkent to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shymkent to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shymkent to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shymkent to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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