Shymkent to Namangan flights
Namangan lies 226 km (140 mi) south-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 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 | Namangan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 713,220 |
| Elevation | 520 m (1,706 ft) | 442 m (1,450 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Tashkent) |
| Nearest large airport | CIT, 12 km out | NMA, 10 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Namangan
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 Namangan
Namangan is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Namangan International Airport (NMA), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,698-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Andijan International Airport (AZN, 60 km), Fergana International Airport (FEG, 71 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Namangan International Airport | NMA | 10 km (6 mi) | 10,698 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Andijan International Airport (regional) | AZN | 60 km (37 mi) | 9,770 ft | 1,515 ft |
| Fergana International Airport (regional) | FEG | 71 km (44 mi) | 9,383 ft | 1,980 ft |
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Staying in Namangan
Our booking partner lists 9 places to stay in Namangan. Of the 7 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 214 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Namangan from Shymkent?
226 km (140 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Shymkent.
How long does it take to get from Shymkent to Namangan 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 Namangan?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Shymkent to Namangan flights?
Typically Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Namangan International Airport (NMA); Namangan also has AZN, FEG.
What currency do I need in Namangan?
The Som (UZS).
Where can I stay in Namangan?
Our booking partner lists 9 places to stay in Namangan, bookable on this site.
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.