Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Shymkent

1 airline flys nonstop from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Shymkent (CIT). It's 1,707 miles (2,747 km), about 4h 10m in the air. Operated by Aeroflot.

SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
CIT
Shymkent
🇰🇿 Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,707 mi
2,747 km
CO₂/pax
288 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeroflot
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SVO → CIT
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,707 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Shymkent with one stop · direct emits 288 kg CO₂ per passenger

SVO KSN (Kostanay) CIT
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,060 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (797 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 352 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → KSN
2h 40m · 1,060 mi
View SVO to KSN flights →
Leg 2
KSN → CIT
2h 18m · 797 mi
View KSN to CIT flights →
SVO SCO (Aktau) CIT
Leg 1: 3h (1,031 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (934 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → SCO
3h · 1,031 mi
View SVO to SCO flights →
Leg 2
SCO → CIT
2h 15m · 934 mi
View SCO to CIT flights →
SVO NQZ (Astana) CIT
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,429 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (605 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 378 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → NQZ
3h 35m · 1,429 mi
View SVO to NQZ flights →
Leg 2
NQZ → CIT
1h 50m · 605 mi
View NQZ to CIT flights →
SVO BSZ (Bishkek) CIT
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,860 mi) Leg 2: 1h (257 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 387 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → BSZ
4h 25m · 1,860 mi
View SVO to BSZ flights →
Leg 2
BSZ → CIT
1h · 257 mi
View BSZ to CIT flights →
SVO TJM (Tyumen) CIT
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,063 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,040 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 381 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → TJM
2h 45m · 1,063 mi
View SVO to TJM flights →
Leg 2
TJM → CIT
3h · 1,040 mi
View TJM to CIT flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Shymkent?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (SVO) to Shymkent (CIT) takes approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,707 miles (2,747 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Shymkent?

Just Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Shymkent?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeroflot.

How far is Moscow from Shymkent?

The flight distance from Moscow to Shymkent is 1,707 miles (2,747 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Moscow and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 2 hours ahead of Moscow. (Europe/Moscow vs Asia/Almaty.)

What type of aircraft flies from Moscow to Shymkent?

At 4h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Russia to Kazakhstan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Kazakhstan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Moscow to Shymkent?

Roughly 288 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,440 km.

Is the return flight from Shymkent to Moscow also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Moscow to Shymkent?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sheremetyevo International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.