Turkish airline SunExpress is entering Kazakhstan’s aviation market with the launch of scheduled direct flights between Almaty and Izmir, according to the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Starting July 31, the airline will operate regular passenger services on the Almaty–Izmir route.
Flights will be available twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays, using Boeing 737 aircraft.
The Ministry of Transport said that expanding the country’s international flight network and increasing the number of scheduled services remain key priorities. The arrival of a new foreign carrier is expected to improve connectivity between Kazakhstan and Türkiye while offering travelers more flight options.
Officials also noted that the new air route is expected to strengthen trade, economic, business, and investment cooperation between the two countries. In addition, the direct connection is expected to support tourism growth and further enhance cultural ties between Kazakhstan and Türkiye.