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SCAT Airlines is based in Shymkent Airport and operates services to all major cities of Kazakhstan and to neighbouring countries. Destinations include: Oskemen, Taraz, Almaty, Aktobe, Uzbekistan, Moscow, Sochi and Kiev, with focus cities at Oral Ak Zhol Airport, Aqtau Airport, Astana International Airport, Atyrau Airport, Kyzylorda Airport and Almaty International Airport. In November 2016, SCAT Airlines signed an agreement with Onur Air. This allows Russian passengers to travel to:
Antalya, Bodrum, Paris, Wien, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Stuttgart, Berlin, Adana, Dalaman, Izmir, Odessa, Nalchik, and many other cities. SCAT Airlines set to benefit as Kazakhstan negotiated with several foreign airlines to launch new routes during Expo 2017 exhibition in Astana. Austrian, Czech airlines will resume flights to Kazakhstan, Air China will fly from China, according to the vice minister. On December 12, Kazakhstan plans to meet with aviation authorities of Iran and China and request additional slots for Kazakh Air Astana and Scat airlines in order to increase international flights from Almaty to Chinese Xian and Iranian Tehran.
The airline's fleet consists of predominantly owned western aircraft, operating more than 80 domestic and international air routes, annually offering up to ten new destinations, with the passenger traffic increased on average by 40%.
To learn more about flying domestically in Kazakhstan please visit our 'Domestic Flights in Kazakhstan' page.
Baggage Policy
SCAT Airlines has different baggage policies for carry-on and checked baggage.
Carry-on Baggage
SCAT Airlines lets you bring a 5kg carry-on piece of baggage with you on flights to/from Baku as well as transfer connections to this destination. SCAT Airlines allows 1 carry-on item on board however, carry-on baggage must not exceed 55cm х 40cm х 20 cm (length+width+height) including handles and wheels.
Checked Baggage
SCAT Airlines has increased their baggage allowance for adults and children from 25 kg to 30kg plus 5 kg (hand baggage) for all travellers to and from Istanbul. For adults and minors with tickets, the weight of free luggage per individual is 20 kg including 5 kg of carry-on. Checked baggage can be divided into more than one bag as long as it doesn't exceed 20 kg.
Please note that any checked baggage weighing over 32kg will not be permitted on flights due to international health and safety regulations.
Cabin Classes
SCAT Airlines only offers 1 cabin class - Economy Class.
Economy Class
SCAT Airlines provides a 5-star service throughout your flight journey. Economy Class is the only cabin class on SCAT Airlines flights. In Economy Class you'll have a variety of hot meals and drinks which you can enjoy whilst browsing through the in-flight magazine. If you wish to take a nap during your flight, the cabin crew will be happy to give you a cushion.
On flights longer than 3 hours, children will receive their own magazine which involves colouring and solving puzzles.
In-flight Entertainment & WIFI
SCAT Airlines is a low-cost airline based in Kazakhstan therefore the airline doesn't offer a range of inflight entertainment options. However, you can browse through the Aspan magazine which covers a number of articles about travel & leisure, art, history and more. Please note that the articles will be written in Kazakh or Russian. We advise that you bring your own piece of entertainment with you on board.
Check-In
SCAT Airlines offers online check in and airport check in. Opening and closing times will vary depending on the method of check in you select.
Online Check-in
Online check-in for Scat Airlines opens 24 hours before the scheduled flight departure. Please print your boarding pass and arrive at the airport at least 30 minutes before check-in.
Airport Check-in
Passengers checking luggage at the airport should arrive at least 40 minutes before their flight departure.
Destinations that SCAT Airlines flies to
The airline flies to a number of destinations within Kazakhstan as well as other international destinations.
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Shymkent International Airport
Shymkent International Airport (CIT) serves the region of Shymkent in Kazakhstan. This airport has one single terminal and one runway. Shymkent Airport operates around 500,000 passengers a year.
This airport is a hub for SCAT Airlines. Other airlines that fly from this airport include Air Astana, Pegasus Airlines, Qazaq Air and Sunday Airlines.
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Fleet
As of October 20022, SCAT airline's fleet includes Bombardier CRJ200, Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737-70, Boeing 737-500, Boeing 737-300 and more.
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