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Flights from Shymkent to Guangzhou
There are no direct flights from Shymkent to Guangzhou. 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
Shymkent to Guangzhou at a glance
Fastest journey8h 15mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Almaty or Urumqi
Best ways to fly from Shymkent to Guangzhou
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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CIT Almaty (ALA) CAN
Leg 1: Air Astana, Qazaq Air, SCAT Airlines · Leg 2: Air Astana, China Southern Airlines
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CIT Xian (XIY) CAN
Leg 1: SCAT Airlines · Leg 2: 9 Air, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
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CIT Bangkok (BKK) CAN
Leg 1: SCAT Airlines · Leg 2: 9 Air, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
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
- +3hGuangzhou vs Shymkent
- Currency in Guangzhou
- CNY
- Airports
- CIT → CAN
Flights from Shymkent to Guangzhou: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Shymkent to Guangzhou?
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 Shymkent to Guangzhou?
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 Shymkent and Guangzhou?
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 Shymkent and Guangzhou?
Shymkent: Shymkent International Airport (CIT). Guangzhou: Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
What is the time difference between Shymkent and Guangzhou?
Guangzhou is 3 hours ahead of Shymkent.





