Transit Growth: International Cargo Airlines Expand Presence in Kazakhstan’s Airports
Kazakhstan continues to strengthen its transit potential through the influx of major international cargo operators. The Uzbek aviation group Fly Khiva Cargo, Turkish cargo carrier ULS Airlines Cargo, and Georgian airline CAMEX Airlines are increasing their transportation volumes, viewing Kazakhstan’s airports as a strategic link between European and Asian markets.
The expansion of foreign carriers’ route networks is driving steady demand for high-quality ground infrastructure and specialized services across Kazakhstan’s air hubs.
Against this backdrop, KazMunayGas-Aero (a subsidiary of KazMunayGas) is actively strengthening long-term partnerships. The company has signed into-plane fueling agreements with Fly Khiva Cargo, ULS Airlines Cargo, and CAMEX Airlines, ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply and efficient aircraft refueling operations.
A key factor underpinning the attractiveness of Kazakhstan’s airports remains the cost of jet fuel—among the lowest in the region—which directly enhances flight economics. For the cargo aviation sector, this translates into significantly shorter delivery times, greater route planning flexibility, and minimized operating costs.
The partners’ fleets feature modern aircraft: ULS Airlines Cargo operates Airbus A310-300F and A330-300P2F freighters; CAMEX Airlines operates Boeing 737-800BCF and 767-300BCF aircraft; while Fly Khiva Cargo is developing its operations based on Boeing 767-300 (BCF/F).
These initiatives form part of a broader, systematic effort to implement directives from the Head of State aimed at developing the country’s transport and logistics potential, enhancing the competitiveness of domestic airports, and creating favorable conditions for attracting foreign airlines. As a result, Kazakhstan is reinforcing its role as a key Eurasian hub, where its geographic location, developed infrastructure, and high service standards together create a unified competitive advantage.
