Khyzyr Khakimovich Appayev (; born 27 January 1990) is a Russian professional footballer who plays as a centre-forward.
Appayev made his debut in the Russian Second Division for Druzhba Maykop on 17 April 2011 in a game against Taganrog, with his Russian Premier League debut for Krylia Sovetov Samara coming on 6 March 2012 against Amkar Perm.
On 11 June 2014, Appayev had his contract with Krasnodar terminated by mutual consent.
He was released from his contract by Tambov on 1 January 2020.
On 28 May 2024, his contract with Fakel Voronezh was extended.
On 12 September 2024, Appayev joined Baltika Kaliningrad on a two-season deal. He left Baltika by mutual consent on 8 June 2025.