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Flight deals from Chennai to Shimkent

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Shimkent Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,726. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shimkent.$1,558 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Air India and Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Shimkent.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,558, select.

Shimkent.$1,574 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Air India and Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Shimkent.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,574, select.

Shimkent.$1,726 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Air India and Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Shimkent.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,726, select.

Shimkent.$1,847 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Air India and Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Shimkent.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Shimkent on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,847, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Shimkent flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Chennai to Shimkent: Alternative routes

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Chennai to Shimkent: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$894
Cheapest month to fly	October

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Shimkent: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chennai to Shimkent?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Shimkent is $1,558. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Chennai to Shimkent?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Shimkent. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,558.

How many flights are there a week from Chennai to Shimkent?

As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Shimkent.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Shimkent?

The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Shimkent is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Shimkent Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Shimkent Airport on Friday, 18 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Shimkent Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Shimkent Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shimkent?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shimkent but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Shimkent?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shimkent is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chennai Airport to Shimkent with?

Currently, Air India offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shimkent.

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Shymkent Airport (CIT): what you need to know

Shimkent is 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and observes the UTC+6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your MAA to CIT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Shymkent Airport (CIT)

$894 is the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,558. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to CIT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAA to CIT.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

76.04% of flights that take off from Chennai Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MAA:

Arriving at Shymkent Airport (CIT)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CIT instead:

Getting from Shymkent Airport (CIT) to central Shimkent

From Shymkent Airport, Shimkent is approximately 0.16 kilometres away. It takes around 0 hours to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Shymkent Airport (CIT)

June is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Shimkent in February.
The warmest month in Shimkent is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Shymkent Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAA to CIT sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

Turkestan is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Shimkent. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, Underground Mosque and Etnopark.
Your travels through Kazakhstan wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Zhangatas. Tsentral'nyy Park is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 137 kilometres north of Shimkent.