Azerbaijan Airlines to launch direct flights to Pakistan from Sept 20

ISLAMABAD (APP): The national air carrier of Azerbaijan (AZAL) will launch regular flights to Pakistan from September 20, 2023, indicating closer ties between the two nations.

Flights will be operated to the capital of Pakistan – Islamabad, as well as to its largest cities – Lahore and Karachi.

“These three cities are important historical and cultural centers of Pakistan which makes them very interesting to visit,” said spokesman of Azerbaijan embassy on Wednesday.

Flights from Baku to Islamabad will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays, to Lahore – on Mondays and Fridays, and to Karachi – on Thursdays and Sundays.

“This flexible schedule provides convenient options for travelers,” he added.

“The opening of new AZAL flights promises to promote the development of ties between Azerbaijan and Pakistan, promote tourism, international transportation and strengthen diplomatic relations,” the spokesperson maintained.

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Customers can purchase tickets on the official website of the airline www.azal.az/en or via AZAL mobile application.

The new air route is poised to strengthen economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties between Azerbaijan and Pakistan, fostering a more seamless connection for travelers from both nations.