Wizz Air Abu Dhabi launches new route to Turkistan
The low-cost national carrier will now fly to three cities in Kazakhstan
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s ultra low-cost carrier, has launched its latest route to Turkistan. Flights from Abu Dhabi to Turkistan will commence in January 2024 and will operate three times a week on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
The airline said the launch of the new route reaffirms its commitment to unlocking an eclectic mix of travel opportunities for both residents and visitors of the UAE and Kazakhstan.
Turkistan is the third destination in Kazakhstan that Wizz Air Abu Dhabi will fly to, as it currently operates flights to the cities of Almaty and Nur-Sultan.
Johan Eidhagen, managing director of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, said, “With stunning landscapes and a rich culture, Kazakhstan is an undiscovered and unmissable destination for adventure lovers. We are delighted to expand our network in Kazakhstan by launching Turkistan, our third Kazakh destination, providing exciting and affordable travel opportunities for everyone looking to explore the ancient Silk Road.”
“Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is committed to strengthening connectivity between Abu Dhabi and Central Asia, carrying the flag of ultra-low-cost travel in the region and connecting the UAE with an eclectic mix of destinations in Kazakhstan,” he added.
Flight fares for Turkistan start at Dhs 159 with the airline offering flexible options if booking through its Wizz Flex platform.
| Route | Operating Days | Starts | Fares from* |
| Abu Dhabi – Turkistan | Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday | 16/01/2024 | 159* AED |
Hamdi Güvenç, board member and Aviation CEO, YDA Group, said, “We are very pleased that as a result of negotiations with Wizz Air, a decision was made and that three flights a week will be launched. Turkistan will become an important destination due to its diverse features and spiritual values. The fact that it is the spiritual capital of the Turkic world further increases its importance.”
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi flight routes
Strategically located in the UAE, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi provides ultra-low-fares and efficient travel options to Alexandria (Egypt), Amman (Jordan), Ankara (Turkey), Aqaba (Jordan), Athens (Greece), Baku (Azerbaijan), Belgrade (Serbia), Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), Cairo (Egypt) and Dammam (Saudi Arabia).
As well as routes to Kuwait City (Kuwait), Kutaisi (Georgia), Larnaca (Cyprus), Male (Maldives), Madinah (Saudi Arabia), Muscat (Oman), Salalah (Oman), Santorini (Greece), Samarkand (Uzbekistan), Sarajevo (Bosnia), Sohag (Egypt), Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Tirana (Albania) and Yerevan (Armenia) among others.
