At a glance
- Company
- Thai AirAsia X
- Announcement
- Expansion
- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
Key figures
- Introductory one-way fare from
- THB 6,690
- Weekly flight frequency
- four times weekly
- Seats per flight
- 367
- Booking period
- 8 to 21 September 2025
- Travel period
- 1 December 2025 to 28 March 2026
- Airbus A330 fleet
- nine
People
- Pattra BoosarawongseChief Executive Officer of Thai AirAsia X
Products and programs
Fly Direct from Bangkok DonMueang to Almaty, with introductory promotional fares at just THB 6,690 per-way Visa-Free* Entry for Thai Nationals
Bangkok, September 12, 2025 -- Thai AirAsia X (flight code XJ) is marking its foray into Central Asia with the launch of direct flights from Bangkok (Don Mueang) to Almaty, Kazakhstan. Offering visa-free access, breathtaking natural landscapes reminiscent of Europe, awe-inspiring architecture, rich cultural heritage, and a refreshing cool climate year-round, this destination promises unforgettable experiences for travellers seeking scenic escapes and authentic cultural encounters.
Starting 1 December 2025, flights will depart four times weekly (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday) aboard Thai AirAsia's spacious Airbus A330s with 367 seats available per flight. To celebrate this milestone, the airline is launching a special introductory fare starting at just THB 6,690 one-way. Book now from 8 to 21 September 2025 for travel between 1 December 2025 and 28 March 2026 via the AirAsia MOVE app or on airasia.com.
Mrs.Pattra Boosarawongse, Chief Executive Officer of Thai AirAsia X, said: “This new route is not only our first step into Central Asia from Thailand, but also a bold opportunity to introduce Thai travelers to an exciting destination that’s still relatively undiscovered. Almaty is full of surprises – from stunning natural landscapes to its refreshing cool weather – offering a travel experience unlike anywhere else. Expanding into new regions allows us to broaden our customer base while continuing to deliver affordable, value-for-money journeys that Thai AirAsia X is known for.”
Almaty, the former capital of Kazakhstan, blends cultural diversity with spectacular natural beauty—from the snow-capped Big Almaty Lake and dramatic Charyn Canyon to the famed Shymbulak Ski Resort, offering skiing from November through May. The city also brims with cultural icons like Zenkov Cathedral, the Central State Museum—Central Asia’s largest, and the lively Green Bazaar, where tradition meets modern life.
Thai AirAsia X, operating a fleet of nine Airbus A330s, currently serves direct services from Bangkok (Don Mueang) to 7 destinations; Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo (Japan), Seoul (South Korea), Delhi (India), Shanghai (China), and Almaty (Kazakhstan) will be the 8th destination.
*List of Countries and Territories where Thai Nationals may enter without a visa/visa exemption
Bangkok-Don Mueang (DMK) - Almaty (ALA) Flight Schedule
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In brief
Thai AirAsia X says it will begin direct service between Bangkok’s Don Mueang airport and Almaty, Kazakhstan, on 1 December 2025. The route will operate four times a week using Airbus A330 aircraft, which the release says have 367 seats per flight. The airline is offering introductory one-way fares from THB 6,690 for bookings made from 8 to 21 September 2025, for travel between 1 December 2025 and 28 March 2026. CEO Pattra Boosarawongse described the service as the company’s first move into Central Asia from Thailand and said it would expand the airline’s customer base. Thai AirAsia X lists Almaty as its eighth destination, alongside existing services from Bangkok to destinations in Japan, South Korea, India and China.
Key takeaways
- Direct flights between Bangkok Don Mueang and Almaty are scheduled to start on 1 December 2025.
- The airline says the service will operate four times weekly on Airbus A330 aircraft.
- Introductory fares start at THB 6,690 one-way, with the stated booking and travel periods.
- Almaty will be Thai AirAsia X’s eighth destination from Bangkok, according to the release.
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