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Connecting route · China → Kazakhstan

Flights from Guangzhou to Shymkent

There are no direct flights from Guangzhou to Shymkent. The easiest way is one stop via Almaty or Urumqi, about 8h 15m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 8h 15m
CANCITALA

Guangzhou to Shymkent at a glance

Fastest journey8h 15mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Almaty or Urumqi

Best ways to fly from Guangzhou to Shymkent

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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CAN Almaty (ALA) CIT
Leg 1: Air Astana, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: Air Astana, Qazaq Air, SCAT Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~8h 15m
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CAN Urumqi (URC) CIT
Leg 1: 9 Air, Air China, China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~9h 25m
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CAN Xian (XIY) CIT
Leg 1: 9 Air, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~9h 30m
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CAN Bishkek (BSZ) CIT
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~9h 14m
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CAN Shanghai (PVG) CIT
Leg 1: 9 Air, Air China, China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~10h 55m
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CAN Bangkok (BKK) CIT
Leg 1: 9 Air, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~11h 05m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
4,544 km2,822 miles
Journey time
8h 15mestimate
Time difference
-3hShymkent vs Guangzhou
Currency in Shymkent
USD
Airports
CAN → CIT

Flights from Guangzhou to Shymkent: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Guangzhou to Shymkent?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Almaty, Urumqi and Xian. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Shymkent?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 8h 15m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 4,544 km.
Where do you change planes between Guangzhou and Shymkent?
The best connecting points are Almaty (ALA), Urumqi (URC), Xian (XIY) and Bishkek (BSZ). Air Astana flies both legs via Almaty, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Guangzhou and Shymkent?
Guangzhou: Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). Shymkent: Shymkent International Airport (CIT).
What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Shymkent?
Shymkent is 3 hours behind Guangzhou.

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