Centrum Air launches Hyderabad-Tashkent 2x weekly A320neo flights from 28 September, its second India gateway after Delhi.
Cover image: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Hyderabad terminal and apron, gateway for Centrum Air Tashkent flights — photo by Nikhil B, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Centrum Air Hyderabad Tashkent flights start 28 September 2026 with twice-weekly Airbus A320neo services between Hyderabad (HYD) and Tashkent (TAS), the Uzbekistan carrier's second gateway in India after Delhi. The launch, confirmed by AviationWorld and Urban Acres on 1–2 September, adds direct Central Asia connectivity from southern India.
The aircraft is the Airbus A320neo and the pattern is twice weekly, giving Hyderabad a nonstop link to Tashkent for onward Central Asia, Caucasus and limited Europe connections. Founder and chief executive Abdulaziz Abdurakhmanov said the airline is pleased to announce Hyderabad as its next Indian point.
When and how often does Hyderabad Tashkent operate?
AviationWorld reports the start as 28 September 2026 on the Hyderabad–Tashkent city pair with Airbus A320neo and twice-weekly frequency. Urban Acres describes the same twice-weekly (twice a week) pattern and notes Hyderabad becomes the second Indian gateway after Delhi. The service is ticketed as HYD–TAS nonstop.
For Indian travellers the Hyderabad timing helps distribute Central Asia demand beyond Delhi. The carrier already serves Delhi, so the southern addition reduces backtracking for Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai catchment. The route also mirrors the wider September route wave where carriers restore India links, including China Southern Guangzhou Delhi flights resuming Sept 21 (placeholder for upcoming piece) and the ongoing India to build 100 new airports under UDAN push that aims to add domestic feed.
What aircraft and network context?
The A320neo offers 180–195 seats in typical two-class layouts and is suited to the 3,900 km sector. Centrum Air, based in Tashkent, has built its India strategy around Delhi and now Hyderabad. Urban Acres notes the airline positions Hyderabad as a global connectivity point, linking Central Asia with India. The frequency leaves room to go daily if loads support it, as seen on other Uzbekistan–India city pairs.
Do Indians need a visa for Uzbekistan in September 2026?
Uzbekistan announced a 30-day visa-free stay for Indian citizens on 31 August, reciprocal for tourism, tied to the late-August India–Uzbekistan tourism cooperation programme for 2026–2028 and 14 weekly flights. Coverage by VisasNews and Travel Tomorrow stressed the measure was announced but not yet in effect, with the MFA list unchanged at publication. Until implementation, Indians use:
- e-Visa via evisa.mfa.uz or embassy portal: 30 days, typically USD 20 single, 30–90 days multiple
- 5-day transit visa-free if holding onward ticket via Tashkent
- Diplomatic passports already enjoy 60 days
Travellers should check the MFA e-Visa site within a week of travel, as Uzbekistan visa-free for Indians will be updated when the gazette takes effect. For comparison of recent Central Asia visa moves, see Do Indians need a visa for Myanmar which details e-Visa timing and ports.
How to book and what to expect on board?
Tickets are on Centrum Air's website and via agents, with two weekly rotations. Expect a narrow-body product with buy-on-board catering on some fares and included baggage per fare family. Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport offers the 52/53 contact stands used for international narrow-bodies, keeping turn times tight. Travellers connecting beyond Tashkent should allow at least 90 minutes for transfer and verify visa needs for the final destination.
| Detail | Hyderabad–Tashkent |
|---|---|
| Airline | Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) |
| Start date | 28 September 2026 |
| Frequency | Twice weekly |
| Aircraft | Airbus A320neo |
| Gateway sequence | Second India gateway after Delhi |
Frequently asked questions
When do Centrum Air Hyderabad Tashkent flights start?
Centrum Air starts Hyderabad to Tashkent twice weekly from 28 September 2026 with Airbus A320neo, its second Indian gateway after Delhi, according to AviationWorld and Urban Acres.
How often will Hyderabad Tashkent fly?
The route is scheduled twice weekly and also described as twice a week. Flights operate with Airbus A320neo aircraft, with Tashkent as the hub for Central Asia connections.
Do Indians need a visa for Uzbekistan?
Indians can expect a new 30-day visa-free stay in Uzbekistan announced in late August 2026, reciprocal for tourism. Until it takes effect, Indians use e-Visa (USD 20-30) or visa on arrival routes; Uzbekistan already allows 5-day transit and 30-day e-Visa.
How to book Centrum Air Hyderabad Tashkent?
Tickets are sold via Centrum Air's website and agents. Founder Abdulaziz Abdurakhmanov said the carrier is pleased to launch Hyderabad, reinforcing India-Central Asia connectivity alongside its Delhi service.
