Air Samarkand Broadens Horizons with New Destinations: Tbilisi, Batumi, and Baku

Uzbekistan’s Air Samarkand is gearing up to expand its international reach with exciting new routes and increased flight frequencies in teh near future.

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The airline is set to introduce services connecting Tashkent to Tbilisi and Batumi in Georgia, as well as Baku, Azerbaijan. Additionally, they will ramp up flights to Istanbul and Tel Aviv.

Zafar Butayev, CEO of Air Samarkand, shared his enthusiasm: “These new routes are a direct response to our customers’ growing interest. We’re excited to connect our historic cities like Samarkand and Tashkent with key markets that are ripe for tourism and business opportunities.”

New Routes on the Horizon:

Tbilisi & Batumi: charters from Tashkent

The inaugural flight from Tashkent to Georgia’s capital took off on May 18.Starting May 24, travelers can also fly directly into Batumi, a popular Black Sea resort town.These flights are part of a charter program with EasyBooking that bundles travel packages including accommodations and transfers—perfect for those looking for an all-in-one getaway!

Baku Connections: A New Gateway

Kicking off June 6,regular flights will link Samarkand every Friday while Tashkent will see two weekly departures on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Baku offers a vibrant mix of ancient culture alongside modern architecture—a true gem waiting for Uzbek travelers.

Istanbul Flights Get Boosted Frequency

From May 26 onward, Air Samarkand will increase its Istanbul service from three times weekly to five! With flights available Monday through Saturday, it’s easier than ever for passengers eager to explore this iconic city.

Ties Strengthened with Tel Aviv

The connection between Samarkand and Tel Aviv began on May 4. To accommodate rising demand from both tourists and business travelers alike, a second weekly flight will be added starting July 3—now you can fly Sundays or Thursdays!

The fleet includes modern Airbus models like the A330 (313 seats) or A321 (194 seats), ensuring comfort during your journey.

Aboard all Air Samarkand flights? Expect tasty hot meals or breakfast options based on departure times along with an engaging in-flight magazine featuring travel tips about Uzbekistan’s rich culture.

A Shining Future Ahead:

This expansion marks just one chapter in Air Samarkand’s growth story; by 2025 they plan even more frequency increases along with new destinations! The airline aims not only at enhancing customer experience but also at investing in state-of-the-art aircraft as it solidifies its presence within Central Asia’s aviation landscape.

Air Samarkand launched its first scheduled service back in March 2024 connecting Istanbul before adding routes such as Abu Dhabi; Al Ain; Jeddah; Medina; Nha Trang; Phú Quốc; plus sharm el-Sheikh—all accessible via both major cities.

The airline has also offered charter services reaching places like Delhi or Dubai among others—with Jeddah being particularly popular due largely because multiple Uzbek cities now have direct access!

Samarkand itself stands out not just historically but culturally too—it’s becoming increasingly attractive thanks partly due modernization efforts aimed at creating enduring tourism experiences while still honoring heritage sites along this legendary Silk Road route.

With these developments underway by air Samarkand—the future looks bright indeed!