Thursday, August 15, 2024 Air Astana has launched a new route to Phu Quoc, Vietnam, offering direct flights from Almaty. This addition expands its network to popular Southeast Asian destinations. Starting on October 28, 2024, Air Astana will introduce a new route connecting Almaty with Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

Phu Quoc, known for its pristine beaches and clear waters, is a popular destination among global tourists. The route will be serviced by Airbus A321LR aircraft, initially offering flights twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays. In December, the frequency will increase to four times weekly.

The outbound flight will leave Almaty at 22:45 and arrive in Phu Quoc at 08:15. The return flights will leave Phu Quoc at 09:45 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, reaching Almaty at 15:50, all in local times. Round-trip economy fares, inclusive of all charges, begin at $699.

Tickets are available for purchase on the airline’s official website or through licensed travel agents. As of May this year, Kazakh citizens can enter Vietnam without a visa. Air Astana Group stands as the premier airline conglomerate in Central Asia and the Caucasus, leading in both revenue and fleet size, which includes 55 aircraft.

The group consists of Air Astana, launched in 2002 as a full-service carrier, and FlyArystan, introduced in 2019 as a budget airline. The group offers scheduled services including point-to-point and transit flights covering domestic, regional, and international routes. These routes span Central .