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Flights from Nanjing to Shymkent

There are no direct flights from Nanjing to Shymkent. The easiest way is one stop via Xian or Urumqi, about 9h 06m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 9h 06m
NKGCITXIY

Nanjing to Shymkent at a glance

Fastest journey9h 06mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Xian or Urumqi

Best ways to fly from Nanjing to Shymkent

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

1
NKG Xian (XIY) CIT
Leg 1: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Express Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~9h 06m
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NKG Urumqi (URC) CIT
Leg 1: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~9h 07m
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3
NKG Seoul (ICN) CIT
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~10h 40m
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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
4,440 km2,757 miles
Journey time
9h 06mestimate
Time difference
-3hShymkent vs Nanjing
Currency in Shymkent
USD
Airports
NKG → CIT

Flights from Nanjing to Shymkent: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Nanjing to Shymkent?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Xian, Urumqi and Seoul. Most connections mean separate tickets, so leave plenty of time to collect bags and check in again.
How long is the flight from Nanjing to Shymkent?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 9h 06m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 4,440 km.
Where do you change planes between Nanjing and Shymkent?
The best connecting points are Xian (XIY), Urumqi (URC) and Seoul (ICN). Compare one-ticket itineraries with self-transfer options in the search.
Which airports serve Nanjing and Shymkent?
Nanjing: Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). Shymkent: Shymkent International Airport (CIT).
What is the time difference between Nanjing and Shymkent?
Shymkent is 3 hours behind Nanjing.

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