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Kazakhstan's premier international flag carrier airline.
Founded
2001
Headquarters
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Air Astana is the national flag carrier of Kazakhstan, established as a joint venture between Kazakhstan's sovereign wealth fund Samruk-Kazyna and BAE Systems. The airline operates an extensive network of domestic and international routes connecting Kazakhstan to Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the CIS region.
Headquartered in Almaty, Air Astana has earned a reputation as one of the leading airlines in Central Asia, consistently receiving high safety and service ratings. The airline has been recognized multiple times by Skytrax as the Best Airline in Central Asia and the CIS.
In 2024, Air Astana conducted an initial public offering (IPO) on the Astana International Exchange (AIX) and the London Stock Exchange, marking a significant milestone in the airline's development. Its low-cost subsidiary, FlyArystan, was launched in 2019 to serve budget-conscious domestic and regional travelers.
Hubs & network
Air Astana's primary hubs are Almaty International Airport (ALA) and Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) in Astana.
Fleet
Air Astana operates a fleet primarily consisting of Airbus A320 family aircraft, Boeing 767s, and Embraer E190-E2 jets.
Notable facts
- ›Air Astana was founded in 2001 as a joint venture between Samruk-Kazyna (51%) and BAE Systems (49%).
- ›The airline has won the Skytrax Best Airline in Central Asia/CIS award multiple times.
- ›Air Astana launched its low-cost subsidiary FlyArystan in 2019.
- ›The airline completed a dual IPO on the AIX and London Stock Exchange in 2024.
- ›Air Astana holds a strong safety record and has received IOSA certification from IATA.
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