Kazakhstan Expands Aviation Infrastructure and Plans New International Routes

Kazakhstan plans to complete construction of three new airports in Zaisan, Katon-Karagai, and Kenderli by the end of 2026. The country is also modernizing existing airports, including Almaty and Urdzhar, and building a second runway in Shymkent. International connections are expanding, with the Almaty-Tokyo route scheduled to begin on November 30, and new routes to Vienna, New York, and Milan planned for 2027. Furthermore, the government is developing a national cargo airline, Air Cargo, expected to operate a fleet of 10 aircraft.

These infrastructure and route expansions are part of efforts to strengthen Kazakhstan’s transit potential and position the nation in the global cargo transportation market. Modernization efforts also include upgrading air navigation systems and connecting fueling facilities to road and railway networks.