Kazakhstan’s low-cost carrier FlyArystan has operated the inaugural flight on its new international route Aktau – Dubai, DKNews.kz reports.
The inaugural FS7617 flight from Aktau to Dubai International Airport took place in a celebratory atmosphere: passengers were greeted with refreshments, gifts and welcome activities prepared in honor of the opening of the new route.
In addition to passengers, the event was attended by representatives of the city’s akimat, as well as guests and partners of the airline and Aktau International Airport.
Aktau is a strategically important city for FlyArystan, and we are consistently strengthening its route network, opening new opportunities for residents of Western Kazakhstan. We observe high and stable demand for travel both from the Mangystau region and to the region – for tourism and business purposes. The launch of the direct flight to Dubai has become an important step in expanding the international capabilities of our base in western Kazakhstan. We will continue to develop routes that make air travel convenient, affordable and reliable for our passengers” Richard Ledger, President of JSC “FlyArystan”
Dubai remains one of the most popular destinations among Kazakhstanis thanks to its year-round tourist season, modern infrastructure, vibrant events calendar and wide business opportunities.
On the eve of the flight, Airbus issued an airworthiness directive requiring a mandatory software update for A320 family aircraft. FlyArystan promptly completed all necessary procedures, which allowed the airline to maintain the planned schedule and operate the inaugural flight strictly on time.
At the initial stage, flights on the Aktau – Dubai route will be operated once a week – on Saturdays. Departure from Aktau is scheduled at 09:10 with arrival in Dubai at 11:55. The return flight departs at 13:00 and arrives in Aktau at 17:50. The daytime schedule and flight duration of about 3.5 hours make the route especially convenient for family trips, holiday travel and short breaks.
Meruert Zholdybayeva, CEO of JSC “Aktau International Airport”
“We are confident that the launch of the direct Aktau – Dubai flight will open new opportunities for passengers of the Mangystau region and will contribute to the growth of transit flows through the region. The interest observed from airlines confirms the growing importance of the region in international routes and strengthens the role of Aktau Airport as a key transport hub in Western Kazakhstan. The airport, in turn, continues to implement its strategy of infrastructure modernization and development of passenger services, ensuring comfortable conditions for all travelers” Meruert Zholdybayeva, CEO of JSC “Aktau International Airport”
Additionally, Tuesday flights will be operated from 16 December to 6 January, as well as from 10 to 24 March 2026.
Tickets for the Aktau – Dubai route are available on www.flyarystan.com, in the FlyArystan mobile app and through official sales channels. The standard fare includes a randomly assigned seat on board and one piece of hand luggage weighing up to 5 kg (not exceeding 56 × 23 × 36 cm).
