Shymkent to Khujand flights
Khujand lies 225 km (140 mi) south 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 2 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 | Khujand | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Tajikistan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 191,000 |
| Elevation | 520 m (1,706 ft) | 340 m (1,115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Dushanbe) |
| Nearest large airport | CIT, 12 km out | LBD, 10 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Khujand
Crossing from Kazakhstan into Tajikistan: money changes from the Tenge to the Somoni (TJS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +992; 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 Khujand
Khujand is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Khujand International Airport (LBD), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,433-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khujand International Airport | LBD | 10 km (6 mi) | 10,433 ft | 1,450 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Khujand from Shymkent?
225 km (140 mi) in a straight line, south of Shymkent.
How long does it take to get from Shymkent to Khujand by air?
About 1 h 2 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 Khujand?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Shymkent to Khujand flights?
Typically Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Khujand International Airport (LBD).
What currency do I need in Khujand?
The Somoni (TJS).
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.