Kazakhstan’s Flag Carrier Is About to Fly to Japan for the First Time

Air Astana is scheduled to begin flights between Almaty and Tokyo Narita on November 30, 2026. It will be the Kazakh carrier’s first destination in Japan, according to Kursiv and eTurboNews’ November aviation roundup.

The route connects Central Asia’s largest city to the Tokyo area without a stop in a third country. That matters for both Kazakh travelers heading to Japan and Japan-bound visitors from the wider region who would otherwise connect elsewhere.

eTurboNews’ roundup groups it with other November launches in which Asian and Central Asian carriers are building direct links beyond their traditional markets.

Check the airline for the current schedule and fare conditions before booking, since new-route timetables can shift in the weeks before launch.

Sources: Kursiv, Qazinform