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FlyArystan and Almaty Marathon Announce Exclusive Partnership

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Kazakhstan’s low-cost airline FlyArystan and the country’s largest running project, Almaty Marathon, are launching a partnership aimed at promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. As part of this collaboration, participants in the biggest races of 2025 will have access to special promo codes for purchasing airline tickets.

Richard Ledger, President of FlyArystan JSC:

“Races like the Almaty Marathon bring thousands of people together, inspire an active lifestyle, and strengthen Kazakhstan’s sports culture. We are delighted to support race participants by offering them advantageous travel conditions. Now, athletes and running enthusiasts can save on flights and plan their marathon participation more conveniently. FlyArystan is committed to making travel affordable, and this partnership is another step in that direction”.

Participants of the Almaty Half Marathon 2025, which will take place on April 20, 2025, in Almaty, will receive a special promo code for a 30% discount when purchasing airline tickets on the official website of the airline: www.flyarystan.com.

The promo code will be provided by the half marathon organizers after registration for the event and applies to flights to/from Almaty within the dates specified in the special offer terms.

Where to enter the promo code:

  • The promo code field will appear automatically on the final booking page, right before payment.

Which flights are eligible for the discount:

  • The promo code applies to both direct and connecting FlyArystan flights within Kazakhstan.

Terms of use:

  • The promo code is single-use – it cannot be used more than once.
  • The discount applies only to the base fare of the ticket*.
  • It is recommended to plan round-trip flights in advance.
  • Travel dates must fall within two days before and after the marathon.

The low-cost airline reminds passengers that FlyArystan’s standard low fare includes:

  • One piece of carry-on luggage (up to 5 kg, dimensions 56×23×36 cm).
  • Random seat assignment on board.

Saltanat Kazybayeva, Executive Director of "Courage to be the first" Corporate Fund:

“Running brings people together, and we are pleased that our major races are becoming even more accessible to participants from different regions. FlyArystan’s support helps remove barriers, making sports truly accessible and inspiring even more people to take part. Thanks to the special fares, runners from remote cities and villages now have the opportunity to join our events, become part of the large running community, and experience the atmosphere of international races”.

Promo codes are also planned for participants in other major races organized by the “Courage to be the first” Corporate Fund, which traditionally take place in Almaty, Astana, and Turkistan.

For upcoming races, promo codes will also be available in the FlyArystan mobile app:

  • Astana Half Marathon – June 1;
  • Almaty Marathon – September 28;
  • Turkistan Marathon – October 26.

Additionally, before each race, FlyArystan will raffle airline tickets among participants.

*The airfare does not include airport and service fees.


About “Courage to be the first” Corporate Fund:

The "Courage to be the first" Corporate Fund is the organizer of the largest running events in Central Asia. The organization started in 2012 with the Almaty Marathon – the first large-scale race in the region, which paved the way for the development of the running movement. Over time, the marathon has grown into an international event attracting thousands of participants from around the world. Today, Courage to Be the First Fund organizes around ten running events annually, including the Almaty Marathon, Almaty Half Marathon, Astana Half Marathon, and Turkistan Marathon. Each year, approximately 40,000 participants from 62 countries and 418 cities take part in these events.