BRU
Brussels
Belgium
4,888 km
3,037 miles
CIT
Shymkent
Kazakhstan
Distance
4,888 km
3,037 mi / 2,639 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
75°
east northeast

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BRU CIT
Airport Name Brussels Airport Shymkent Airport
IATA Code BRU CIT
ICAO Code EBBR UAII
City Brussels Shymkent
Country Belgium Kazakhstan
Timezone Europe/Brussels Asia/Almaty
Elevation 184 ft 1,387 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 42.360000, 69.480000

Brussels (BRU) to Shymkent (CIT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Shymkent Airport (CIT) in Shymkent, Kazakhstan is 4,888 kilometers (3,037 miles / 2,639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with Kazakhstan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:03 in Brussels, it's 15:03 in Shymkent. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,203 feet between the two airports. Shymkent Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Shymkent (CIT) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 305° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and Shymkent Airport (CIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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