Shymkent to Taraz flights
Taraz lies 159 km (99 mi) north-east of Shymkent, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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 | Taraz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 358,153 |
| Elevation | 520 m (1,706 ft) | 611 m (2,005 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
| Nearest large airport | CIT, 12 km out | DMB, 8 km out |
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 Taraz
Taraz is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Taraz International Airport (DMB), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,514 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taraz International Airport | DMB | 8 km (5 mi) | 9,514 ft | 2,184 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Taraz from Shymkent?
159 km (99 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shymkent.
How long does it take to get from Shymkent to Taraz by air?
About 57 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 Taraz?
No, both are on Asia/Almaty at the moment.
Which airports are used for Shymkent to Taraz flights?
Typically Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Taraz International Airport (DMB).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.