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AZAL Suspends Baku-Moscow Flights Due to Russian Airspace Restrictions
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has temporarily suspended several Baku-Moscow-Baku flights due to restrictions in Russian airspace. One flight made an emergency landing in St. Petersburg, while another returned to Baku.
Azerbaijan Suspends Iranian Airline Flights from September 22, 2026
AZAL has announced the suspension of flights by Iranian airlines to Azerbaijan due to a new US sanctions package targeting Iran's aviation sector.
AZAL Delays Baku-Nakhchivan Flights Due to Thunderstorm
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has delayed flights on the Baku-Nakhchivan-Baku route due to thunderstorm conditions. Flights will resume once weather improves.
AZAL Completes Assessment of Reporting Under IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 Standards
The Asian Development Bank has completed an assessment of AZAL's sustainability and climate reporting, identifying areas for improvement.
AZAL increases number of flights to Istanbul and Tbilisi
Azerbaijan Airlines expands flight program due to high passenger demand.
AZAL Operates First Flight to Kars
Azerbaijan Airlines successfully operated its first flight to the Turkish city of Kars, expanding air links between Azerbaijan and Turkey.
AZAL Takes Delivery of Fourth Airbus A320neo in 2026
Azerbaijan Airlines expands its fleet with a fourth Airbus A320neo, bringing total aircraft to 30. The carrier continues its fleet renewal program and plans to grow to 50 aircraft by 2032.
AZAL Serves Nearly 2 Million Passengers Since Start of Year
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) served 1.9 million passengers in January-June 2026, up 5% year-on-year.
AZAL and Uzum Bank Expand Online Payment Options for Air Tickets
Azerbaijan Airlines, part of AZCON Holding, together with Uzum Bank, has introduced new online payment options for air tickets for passengers from Uzbekistan.
Direct Shanghai-Baku Flights to Launch
Azerbaijan plans to open a direct flight from Shanghai to Baku to boost tourist flow from China.
AZAL and Sea Breeze Launch Joint Campaign
Azerbaijan Airlines and Sea Breeze launch a new lottery campaign for passengers, offering prizes including an apartment in Sea Breeze.
Qatar Airways Makes Unscheduled Landing in Baku
A Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Tbilisi made an unscheduled landing at Heydar Aliyev International Airport due to adverse weather conditions.
AZAL Delays Flights from Baku to Nakhchivan
Several AZAL flights on the Baku-Nakhchivan route scheduled for July 6 have been delayed due to thunderstorm weather conditions.
AZAL Launches Internet on New Aircraft
Azerbaijan's antitrust agency approved AZAL's request to provide internet services on new-generation aircraft, with the condition that the service is voluntary for passengers.
AZAL Cancels Baku-Nakhchivan Flights
Flights from Baku to Nakhchivan operated by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) scheduled for June 24 have been canceled due to thunderstorm weather conditions at Nakhchivan Airport.
AZAL Takes Delivery of New Airbus A320neo
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), part of AZCON Holding, has expanded its fleet with a next-generation Airbus A320neo.