Codesharing: Air Astana and Air India sign codeshare agreement

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Air Astana and Air India, India’s leading global airline, have entered into a codeshare agreement. This agreement represents a significant step in the cooperation between these two airlines and will significantly enhance travel options between Kazakhstan and India. In particular, Air Astana passengers will benefit from improved connections to key destinations in India, including the metropolitan areas of Delhi and Mumbai.

Travel more comfortably between the two countries

This new codeshare agreement allows you to travel between the two countries more easily and comfortably, without the need to book separate tickets for different flight segments. With the new codeshare connections, you can now fly directly to Delhi or Mumbai via Almaty before continuing on to your final destination in India. This strategic partnership will not only expand passenger traffic capacity but also promote business relations and tourism exchange between Kazakhstan and India.

India is not only the world’s most populous country but is also experiencing strong growth in the travel market. Therefore, demand for flights between the two nations is expected to increase, which is particularly important for business travelers and tourists. Peter Foster, CEO of the Air Astana Group, expressed his delight at this significant codeshare partnership with Air India.

International route network

Air India has established itself as one of Asia‘s oldest and most prestigious airlines, offering an extensive international route network as well as numerous domestic connections. This collaboration has the potential to significantly increase the attractiveness of travel to and from Kazakhstan.

In addition to services to Delhi and Mumbai, Air Astana plans to launch additional flights to popular Indian destinations such as Goa. This expansion will significantly enhance travel options for passengers and is a direct result of the positive response and growing demand generated by this partnership. From tourism to business inquiries, the new flights will cover a wide range of travel options and cater to the needs of different passenger groups.

Air India’s CEO, Campbell Wilson, emphasizes that this new codeshare agreement will lead to even better flight connections to Kazakhstan. He stresses the importance of the dynamic market and the huge tourism potential that Kazakhstan offers. Furthermore, the partnership between Air Astana and Air India will not only promote tourism but also intensify trade and cultural exchange between the two nations. This is particularly relevant in today’s globalized world, where international exchange and cooperation are becoming increasingly important.

Transfers via Almaty

The ability to travel from Almaty to 18 destinations in India and nine international destinations within the Air India network is a clear advantage for passengers of both airlines. At the same time, Air India customers can now also reach the many cities in Central Asia and China using Air Astana. Examples of these popular destinations include the Kazakh capital Astana, Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan, Tashkent in Uzbekistan, Dushanbe in Tajikistan, and Urumqi in China. For travelers from Germany, the codeshare agreement between Air Astana and Air India offers additional attractive connecting flights. Passengers will be able to travel from Frankfurt via Almaty for a quick and efficient journey to Delhi. There, they will have access to numerous connecting flights operated by Air India, taking them onward to various Indian cities. This direct connection is particularly advantageous for business or tourist purposes and significantly simplifies travel planning.

Overall, this groundbreaking agreement not only improves flight connections but also combines the strengths and expertise of two major airlines. This step will optimize the travel experience for passengers and provides numerous administrative and service benefits made possible by the collaboration between the two airlines.

Interline agreement

This codeshare agreement builds on an interline agreement the two airlines signed earlier this year. This earlier agreement has already helped expand passenger travel options. Air Astana passengers could travel conveniently to a variety of Indian destinations via its hubs in Delhi and Mumbai, while visitors from India had access to the many fascinating cities of Central Asia through Air Astana.

The codeshare agreement further enhances the synergies between both airlines, resulting in an even more efficient and customer-friendly travel experience. In summary, the codeshare agreement between Air Astana and Air India is a positive sign for travelers who want to explore both Kazakhstan and India. With the ever-growing demand for international flights and changing travel trends, this offering will only gain in importance. Future Air Astana and Air India flights will undoubtedly help bring the markets closer together, providing travelers with a hassle-free and enjoyable experience.