Shymkent to Ust-Kamenogorsk flights
Ust-Kamenogorsk lies 1,312 km (815 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 2 h 26 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.
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| Shymkent | Ust-Kamenogorsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 319,067 |
| Elevation | 520 m (1,706 ft) | 287 m (942 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
| Nearest large airport | CIT, 12 km out | UKK, 11 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 Ust-Kamenogorsk
Ust-Kamenogorsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Oskemen International Airport (UKK), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,234 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oskemen International Airport | UKK | 11 km (7 mi) | 8,234 ft | 939 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ust-Kamenogorsk from Shymkent?
1,312 km (815 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shymkent.
How long does it take to get from Shymkent to Ust-Kamenogorsk by air?
About 2 h 26 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 Ust-Kamenogorsk?
No, both are on Asia/Almaty at the moment.
Which airports are used for Shymkent to Ust-Kamenogorsk flights?
Typically Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Oskemen International Airport (UKK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.