AirAsia X has announced an expansion in Central Asia with a new route to Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
AirAsia X has announced an expansion in Central Asia with a new route to Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
The long-haul arm of AirAsia announced the new route between Kuala Lumpur and Tashkent will start on October 15. Operating three times weekly (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), the new route will add to the airline's current services to Central Asia with its four-times weekly flights to Almaty, Kazakhstan.
“The launch of our Kuala Lumpur-Tashkent route is a strategic milestone in AAX’s continued growth across Asia and beyond,” Benyamin Ismail, CEO, AirAsia X. “Central Asia presents immense potential, with Uzbekistan’s economy growing steadily and a rising middle class eager to explore new destinations. We have seen a marked increase in passenger demand for Central Asia following our successful Almaty route, and our vision is to create a comprehensive network that supports regional development and connects people to new places whilst creating unforgettable travel experiences along the way.”
“The commencement of direct flights by AAX between these two major cities is a landmark development for Uzbekistan-Malaysia relations,” added H.E. Karomidi Gadoev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Malaysia. “With Uzbekistan’s tourism sector expanding rapidly and Malaysia’s strong position as a tourism and business hub in Southeast Asia, this route will significantly enhance connectivity, foster tourism exchanges, and open new avenues for investment. We are excited to welcome AAX to this promising market and look forward to a fruitful venture.”
According to AirAsia, the new route will provide more travelers from ASEAN and Australia a budget travel option to Uzbekistan.
Between Kuala Lumpur and Tashkent, Uzbekistan Airways and Batik Air operates flights on the route.
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