Shymkent to Nukus flights
Nukus lies 821 km (510 mi) west of Shymkent, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 48 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Shymkent | Nukus | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 332,500 |
| Elevation | 520 m (1,706 ft) | 67 m (220 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) |
| Nearest large airport | CIT, 12 km out | NCU, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nukus
Crossing from Kazakhstan into Uzbekistan: money changes from the Tenge to the Som (UZS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +998; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Shymkent
Shymkent is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Shymkent International Airport (CIT), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,186 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Nukus
Nukus is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Nukus International Airport (NCU), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,865 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Dashoguz International Airport (TAZ, 80 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nukus International Airport | NCU | 4 km (2 mi) | 9,865 ft | 246 ft |
| Dashoguz International Airport | TAZ | 80 km (50 mi) | 12,467 ft | 272 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nukus from Shymkent?
821 km (510 mi) in a straight line, west of Shymkent.
How long does it take to get from Shymkent to Nukus by air?
About 1 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shymkent and Nukus?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Shymkent to Nukus flights?
Typically Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Nukus International Airport (NCU); Nukus also has TAZ.
What currency do I need in Nukus?
The Som (UZS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.