Azerbaijan Airlines launches new Kazakhstan routes to boost regional ties

Azerbaijan Airlines has expanded its services in Kazakhstan with new routes. The airline launched flights between Shymkent and Baku on June 16, adding to its growing network. More connections are set to follow in the coming weeks. AZAL began operating three weekly flights between Shymkent and Baku on June 16. This new route increases the total number of weekly flights between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan from 30 to 33.

The airline also plans to introduce regular services on two additional routes. The Aktobe–Baku route will have three flights per week, while the Atyrau–Baku route will offer four weekly flights.

Separately, the first Emirates SkyCargo freight flight landed in Almaty on June 19. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport stated that these new routes aim to boost trade, business, and tourism between the two countries. The ministry is actively working to expand flight destinations and increase frequencies on existing routes. The new routes will raise the total weekly flights between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan to 33. They are expected to improve connections and support economic growth. The Ministry of Transport sees these developments as a step toward stronger ties between the nations.