Goa strengthens international connectivity with new December arrivals
Goa; December 5, 2025: Goa is set to strengthen its international connectivity with a series of scheduled flight arrivals from Kazakhstan and Russia starting from the final week of December 2025. These services mark a positive step in expanding Goa’s global outreach and offering travellers seamless access to the state during the peak travel season.
Fly Arystan will operate two direct services from Kazakhstan. The first flight of the season from Almaty is scheduled to arrive on December 26, 2025 at 10:25 AM, followed by a flight from Astana arriving on December 30, 2025 at 19:40 PM. Both routes are expected to bring in travellers seeking Goa’s vibrant culture, festivals, and year-end experiences.
Adding to this connectivity, Nordwind Airlines will operate two direct flights from Russia. The first arrival from Moscow is scheduled on December 30, 2025 at 11:55 AM, while a flight from Yekaterinburg is set to land on December 31, 2025 at 11:15 AM. These connections will further boost travel between Goa and major Russian cities.
Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Shri Rohan A. Khaunte, said: “This international connectivity with a series of scheduled flight arrivals highlight the growing confidence global carriers have in Goa. Strengthening our connectivity with Kazakhstan and Russia opens wider opportunities for tourism exchange and adds momentum to Goa’s expanding international profile.”
Director of Tourism, Shri Kedar Naik, stated: “The scheduled arrivals from Almaty, Astana, Moscow, and Yekaterinburg reflect Goa’s continued engagement with key international markets. These services offer travellers convenient access to Goa’s diverse experiences and contribute to the state’s evolving global network.”
The Department of Tourism looks forward to welcoming these flights and building on the positive travel outlook as Goa continues to attract visitors from across the world.
