What is the cheapest way to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan?

The cheapest way to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan is to bus which costs $15 - $17 and takes 10h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan?

The fastest way to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan is to drive which takes 6h 54m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan?

The distance between Shimkent Airport (CIT) and Kyrgyzstan is 878 km. The road distance is 456.8 km.

How do I travel from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan without a car?

The best way to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan without a car is to bus which takes 10h 38m and costs $15 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan, including transfers.

Train or bus from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan?

The best way to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan is to bus which takes 10h 38m and costs $15 - $17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 15h 36m.

What is the time difference between Shimkent Airport (CIT) and Kyrgyzstan?

Kyrgyzstan is 1h ahead of Shimkent Airport (CIT). It is currently 4:00 AM in Shimkent Airport (CIT) and 5:00 AM in Kyrgyzstan.

Can I drive from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan is 457 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan.

Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan - 7 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Kyrgyzstan by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Shymkent International Airport to Almaty International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)CIT - ALA
2. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Bishkek Avtovokzal
7h 39m
$49–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Bishkek Avtovokzal6
10h 38m
$16–17
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly to Andizhan Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent North
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Andizhan Airport (AZN)TAS - AZN
3. Drive from Andizhan Airport (AZN) to Osh
9h 33m
$517–1,825
Train
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Bischkek 2318
15h 36m
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly to Fergana International Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent North
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Fergana International Airport (FEG)TAS - FEG
3. Drive from Fergana International Airport (FEG) to Kyzyl-Kyya
9h 58m
$103–1,227
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly to Namangan Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent North
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Namangan Airport (NMA)TAS - NMA
3. Drive from Namangan Airport (NMA) to Tashkumyr
10h 20m
$106–780
Drive 456.8 km
1. Drive from Shimkent Airport (CIT) to Bishkek456.8 km
6h 54m
$35–50

Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) flights

56Weekly Planes

1h 18mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 878.1 km
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Shimkent Airport (CIT), Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan?

Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal operates a bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Bishkek Avtovokzal 3 times a week. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 10h. Alternatively, Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Shymkent to Bischkek 2 twice a week, and the journey takes 15h 23m.

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