Flying from Manas International Airport (FRU) to Shymkent Airport (CIT): what you need to know
Bishkek and Shimkent are both in the UTC+6 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your FRU to CIT flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport. Many travelers pass through Almaty Airport when flying between FRU and CIT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manas International Airport (FRU) to Shymkent Airport (CIT)
Right now, $130 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $198. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FRU to CIT, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from FRU to CIT.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Manas International Airport (FRU)
Of all flights leaving Manas International Airport, 71.37% land on time at their destination.
Manas International Airport is around 27 kilometers from central Bishkek. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Shymkent Airport (CIT)
Book a hotel near CIT if you have a late Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to central Shimkent
Shymkent Airport to central Shimkent has a drive time of around 0 hours. It's approximately 0.16 kilometers away.
When to fly to Shymkent Airport (CIT)
The quietest month for a flight from Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Shimkent based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Manas International Airport to Shymkent Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Shimkent, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FRU to CIT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Shimkent has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Kazakhstan you should also see. About 153 kilometers north-west of Shimkent, a trip to Turkestan will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, Underground Mosque and Etnopark.
Any journey through Kazakhstan wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Zhangatas. Tsentral'nyy Park is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometers north of Shimkent.
