Travelling from London to Shymkent Airport (CIT): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Shymkent Airport (CIT). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Shimkent is 6 hours ahead of London. Shymkent Airport is located in Shimkent, which operates on the UTC+6 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to CIT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you'd like to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Aktau International Airport (SCO) is a stop you can make on your flight from London to CIT.
The distance from central London to LHR is about 31 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Shymkent Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Split up your flight from London to Shymkent Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and CIT are:
Aktau International Airport (SCO)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to CIT, take things easy in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Shymkent Airport (CIT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Shymkent Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CIT:
Getting from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to central Shimkent
Shymkent Airport is about 0.16 kilometres from central Shimkent. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Shymkent Airport (CIT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Shymkent Airport is ج.م. 7,379. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 16,247. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to lock in cheap tickets from London to CIT. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of flight times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from London to Shymkent Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to find a flight within your budget.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from London to CIT.
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The best time to fly from London to Shymkent Airport (CIT)
June is the busiest month for flights from London to Shymkent Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Shimkent in February when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from London to CIT for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shimkent to range from 18ºC to 38ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -10ºC and 7ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Shymkent Airport.
More about Shimkent
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shimkent right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from London to Shymkent Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Central Park, Ethno Museum Kyluyet and Hotel Bellagio Shymkent are essential stops on your Shimkent itinerary.
Complete your Shimkent trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Shymkent Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Shimkent and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.