FlyOne Asia to Begin Central Asia Operations with Low-Cost Airline Model in 2025
Uzbekistan-based FlyOne Asia has announced plans to start flights to Central Asian countries by the end of 2025 by adopting a low-cost airline model. This announcement was made by the company’s CEO, Aziz Mukhamadaminov, in an interview with CentralAsia+ Aero.
Merger and New Brand
FlyOne Asia was established in July 2025 following the merger of Uzbek Asia Union Airlines with the Moldovan aviation group FlyOne. The new brand gained access to a fleet of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, unified service standards, and central maintenance capabilities. The company’s website, however, still operates under its former name.
Current Flight Network
FlyOne Asia currently operates daily flights to Medina and serves Saudi Arabia from Andijan, Namangan, and Fergana. Its regional flight network also includes destinations such as Dubai, Urumqi, Seoul, Hanoi, Bangkok, Jeddah, Antalya, and Istanbul.
FlyOne Asia began operating the Tashkent-Medina route in February 2025, taking over this route and its first Airbus A320ceo aircraft from Panorama Airways.
Future Plans
CEO Mukhamadaminov stated that FlyOne Asia plans to adopt the low-cost carrier model similar to FlyOne’s operations in Moldova and Armenia. The company aims to launch new flights not only to Central Asian countries but also to the Caucasus, Turkey, Egypt, and China.
To expand its fleet, FlyOne Asia temporarily leased an A321ceo aircraft from Air Samarkand in July and plans to add two more aircraft by November.
Low-Cost Airline Competition in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan already has low-cost operations through Uzbekistan Airways Express. Last year, Humo Air attempted a similar model but had to suspend operations within three months due to aircraft leasing issues.
Low-cost airline competition in the region is increasing, with companies like FlyArystan in Kazakhstan and Vietjet Qazaqstan. FlyOne Asia’s transition to a low-cost model marks a significant step in the Uzbek and Central Asian aviation market.
