Somon Air Launches Direct Flights Between Dushanbe and Minsk

Somon Air operated its first scheduled flight between Dushanbe and Minsk on August 29, the press service of Minsk National Airport reported.

Flights will operate once a week on Saturdays. The airport said it expects the frequency to increase in the future.

“We are confident that the airline will not limit itself to one flight a week, and we are ready to handle the growing passenger traffic between Dushanbe and Minsk,” said Minsk National Airport Director General Uladzimir Charaukhau.

The aircraft arriving from Dushanbe was welcomed with a water salute. A traditional bread-and-salt ceremony was held at the aircraft stairs.