Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Shymkent Airport (CIT): what you need to know
Shimkent's timezone is UTC+6, making Shimkent 30 minutes ahead of Bengaluru.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BLR to CIT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Shymkent Airport (CIT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Shymkent Airport flight is 637 €. A return ticket right now is 1.043 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BLR to CIT if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Shymkent Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kempegowda International Airport, data shows 71.17% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Kempegowda International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BLR? If you're catching an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Shymkent Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Shymkent Airport (CIT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kempegowda International 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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shymkent Airport (CIT)
June is the busiest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Shymkent Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Shimkent in February.
The warmest month in Shimkent is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Shymkent Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BLR to CIT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Shimkent has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kazakhstan you'll want to see. Around 153 kilometres north-west of Shimkent, a visit to Turkestan will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, Underground Mosque and Etnopark.
Any trip through Kazakhstan wouldn't feel complete without exploring Zhangatas. Tsentral'nyy Park is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometres north of Shimkent.
