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Cheapest plane ticket found	$428
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	7 hrs, 42 mins
Places to go	22
Most popular airline	Scat Airlines
Average flights per week	9

Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Kazakhstan

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Shanghai to Kazakhstan flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Kazakhstan? If you want to travel next month, roundtrip fares start from $428. Find the lowest prices on one-way and roundtrip flight tickets right here.

Almaty.$428 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 8, returning Fri, Sep 25.Round-trip flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Almaty.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departing from Almaty on Fri, Sep 25, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $428, select.

Astana.$530 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 18, returning Wed, Sep 30.Round-trip flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, Sep 18, arriving in Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev.Inbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departing from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $530, select.

Shimkent.$635 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 22, returning Sun, Oct 4.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines and FlyArystan.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, Sep 22, arriving in Shimkent.Inbound indirect flight with FlyArystan, departing from Shimkent on Sun, Oct 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $635, select.

Aktau.$899 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 24, returning Tue, Oct 6.Round-trip flight with China Southern and FlyArystan.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Sep 24, arriving in Aktau.Inbound indirect flight with FlyArystan, departing from Aktau on Tue, Oct 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.

Karaganda.$1,022 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 1, returning Wed, Oct 7.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines and FlyArystan.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Oct 1, arriving in Karaganda.Inbound indirect flight with FlyArystan, departing from Karaganda on Wed, Oct 7, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,022, select.

Ust-Kamenogorsk.$1,077 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 30, returning Mon, Nov 30.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines and Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Ust-Kamenogorsk.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departing from Ust-Kamenogorsk on Mon, Nov 30, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,077, select.

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Alternative Shanghai to Kazakhstan routes

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Flights from Shanghai to Kazakhstan FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to Kazakhstan from Shanghai?

The cheapest flight from Shanghai to Kazakhstan costs $428.

Explore the different prices of flights from Shanghai to Kazakhstan and find the best option for you.

When is it the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Kazakhstan?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Kazakhstan is September. See if any of these flights in September suit you.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Kazakhstan flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Shanghai to Kazakhstan is Shanghai to Almaty. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $428.

Take a look at Shanghai to Almaty flights.

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Kazakhstan from Shanghai?

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to Kazakhstan from Shanghai is Air China.

Explore Air China flight ticket options today.

If this airline doesn't suit you, the second cheapest airline is Air Astana.

Cheapest flights to Kazakhstan from Shanghai

How to find cheap flights from Shanghai to Kazakhstan

The cheapest return flight from Shanghai to Kazakhstan is currently priced at $428.
You'll be traveling from Shanghai into Almaty in Almaty with that fare.
$195 is the lowest price for a one-way trip.
Why not let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next? Select 'Kazakhstan' in the 'To' field to discover the cheapest deals by city.
Kazakhstan has around ten international airports, so you can choose from plenty of arrival options.
Broaden your search by choosing 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the closest airports at both your departure and destination points, which could help you save.
Pay less and have more options by booking in advance. Leave it too late and you might have to compromise on airline, timing or cost.
Get notified when fares change by setting up a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app to get real-time updates on your phone.

Best time to fly from Shanghai to Kazakhstan

September is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Kazakhstan.
A midweek departure can often work out better for your budget. Prices are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
Peak travel season in Kazakhstan runs through June, July and August. August is the busiest month and a perfect time to visit if you want to catch everything in full swing.
Alternatively, avoid the peak season surge by checking out flights in March, April and May. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.

Flights from Shanghai to Kazakhstan: what to expect

When flying from Shanghai, you can depart from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
From Shanghai, you can fly nonstop to around two airports in Kazakhstan.
Roughly nine direct flights connect Shanghai with cities around Kazakhstan each week.
The top airlines flying this route are:
The most popular routes from Shanghai to Kazakhstan include Almaty and Shimkent.
The fastest flight reaches Almaty in about 6 hours 50 minutes, compared to roughly 7 hours 55 minutes if you're heading to Shimkent.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 7 hours 25 minutes.

Popular places to visit in Kazakhstan

Almaty

Located in Almaty Province, this city is a popular destination for Shanghai to Kazakhstan flights. Ascension Cathedral, Ile-Alatau National Park and Medeu are must-sees for first-time visitors.
Almaty Airport (ALA) handles the majority of international flights into Almaty.
When it's time to choose your base, check out the range of hotels in Almaty.

Astana

The biggest draws in this Akmola Province city include Baiterek, Palace of Peace and Reconciliation and "Mäñgilik Yel" Arch of Triumph.
Touch down at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.
Check out hotels in Astana and find a stay that matches your plans.

Shimkent

Victory Park, Syrdar'ya-Turkestanskiy Gosudarstvennyy Regional'nyy Prirodnyy Park and Ethnic Park Ken Baba are popular attractions to cross off while you're in this part of Turkistan Region.
You can reach the city through its main airport, Shimkent Airport (CIT).
Grab a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Shimkent.

Visiting Kazakhstan for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most recent advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
Nur-Sultan is the capital of Kazakhstan, which has a population of around 21 million.
Traveling around this destination can involve crossing into different time zones. Depending on where you are, standard local time ranges from UTC+5 to UTC+6.
Pick the season that matches how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. July is one of the warmest months in Kazakhstan.
Conditions are often coolest around January.
Rainy days are more common in March, while September is usually drier.
Looking to time your Shanghai to Kazakhstan flight with a big occasion? Major events worth planning around include the Nauryz spring festival, Independence Day and Republic Day.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

Found that cheap flight from Shanghai to Kazakhstan? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Kazakhstan and filter your search by review score, star rating and more. You can also browse car rental options in Kazakhstan and choose from pickup locations at airports or in cities.

Kazakhstan hotels and car rentals

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