Teymur Hasanov: Entry of new air carrier on Baku-Tashkent route reflects growing interest in Azerbaijan

The flights of Uzbekistan's Centrum Air airline on the Baku-Tashkent route will expand transport connectivity between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, said Teymur Hasanov, the Director of Heydar Aliyev International Airport, told journalists, Report informs.

Hasanov praised the launch of direct flights by Centrum Air airline on the Baku-Tashkent route.

"We welcome Centrum Air’s launch of operations at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. The entry of a new carrier on this high-demand route reflects growing market interest and strengthens transport connectivity between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. Expanding our route network remains a strategic priority, and we are open to further partnerships with international airlines," said Teymur Hasanov.

As of May 5, 2025, Uzbek airline Centrum Air has commenced regular direct flights on the Baku–Tashkent route. The flights are operated weekly on Mondays using modern and comfortable Airbus A320 aircraft.