Centrum Air’s decision to launch new routes from Tashkent to Frankfurt and Copenhagen is set to reshape how travelers move between Central Asia and Western Europe. With the first flights scheduled to begin on March 30 and March 31, 2026, the Uzbek carrier is opening two powerful new gateways that will streamline itineraries, cut connection times and offer fresh options for both leisure and business passengers. For travelers in Europe, Central Asia and beyond, these routes promise to make complex trips considerably easier to plan and far more efficient to fly.
A Direct Bridge Between Central Asia and Western Europe
The new Centrum Air routes place Tashkent, Frankfurt and Copenhagen on the same direct map, giving travelers a clear, simple bridge between Central Asia and two of Europe’s most connected hubs. Beginning March 30, 2026, Centrum Air will operate twice weekly flights between Tashkent and Frankfurt. The following day, on March 31, 2026, the airline will begin a twice weekly Tashkent to Copenhagen service. Both routes are scheduled as part of the airline’s spring and summer 2026 timetable and are designed to fit conveniently with onward connections in all three cities.
For passengers starting in Uzbekistan or neighboring countries, these links mean that one-stop journeys to a wide range of European destinations become easier to arrange. Instead of routing through multiple intermediate hubs, travelers can reach Frankfurt or Copenhagen in a single overnight or daytime flight, then connect onwards using the dense networks already available at those airports. This reduces the risk of missed connections, extended layovers and complicated ticketing across several airlines.
For travelers in Germany, Denmark and the wider European region, the benefits are just as clear. Tashkent emerges as a new, reliable gateway into Central Asia, with Centrum Air offering connections further into the region and beyond. Whether the goal is to reach the historic cities of Uzbekistan, explore neighboring states or connect onwards to Asian capitals, the combination of direct flights and an expanding regional network significantly simplifies what used to be a niche or multi-stop journey.
Why Frankfurt and Copenhagen Matter for Global Connectivity
Frankfurt Airport is one of Europe’s foremost intercontinental hubs, with a vast web of connections across the continent and to every major world region. By flying directly into Frankfurt twice a week, Centrum Air effectively plugs Tashkent into this global grid. For passengers, this means that destinations across Germany, France, the Benelux countries, the United Kingdom and North America can often be reached with a straightforward one-stop itinerary.
Copenhagen Airport plays a different but equally valuable role. It has developed a reputation as an efficient, passenger-friendly hub with strong coverage across Scandinavia, the Baltic states and Northern Europe. With Centrum Air’s new Copenhagen flights operating twice weekly, travelers gain a convenient new path to cities in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and beyond, often with short, well-coordinated transfer times.
Together, these two hubs offer complementary strengths. Frankfurt excels in long haul, business-heavy connections and dense European coverage, while Copenhagen provides smooth access to Nordic and regional destinations that might otherwise require backtracking or multiple changes. Centrum Air’s strategy of linking Tashkent to both airports ensures that passengers can choose the hub that best aligns with their final destination, optimizing each journey for convenience rather than compromise.
Smoother Itineraries and Reduced Travel Time
One of the clearest advantages of the new Centrum Air routes is the way they streamline complex itineraries. Under the previous landscape, a traveler from, for example, Samarkand or Bukhara aiming to reach a mid-sized German or Scandinavian city often faced two or three separate flight segments, sometimes with long layovers at congested transfer points. With direct flights into Frankfurt and Copenhagen, many of these journeys can now be reduced to a single connection.
The scheduled flight times have been designed with practicality in mind. Centrum Air’s Frankfurt route is planned with a flight duration of a little over seven hours from Tashkent to Germany and around five and a half hours on the return, providing an efficient link that aligns well with onward departure banks in Europe. The Copenhagen service, meanwhile, operates at around seven and a half hours from Uzbekistan to Denmark, giving travelers a realistic and manageable long haul segment that can be followed by a short hop to their final destination.
Fewer changes in airports and airlines not only shorten overall travel time but also reduce the stress that often accompanies border checks, security screenings and terminal transfers. This is particularly valuable for families, older passengers and business travelers working on tight schedules. With Centrum Air offering through-journeys via Tashkent and coordinated departure days, travelers can plan around a simple weekly pattern instead of navigating a patchwork of disconnected services.
New Opportunities for Stopovers and Multi-City Trips
The new routes do more than connect origin and destination points. They also open up opportunities for creative trip planning that was previously much harder to arrange. Tashkent’s growing role as a transit hub means that travelers flying between Frankfurt or Copenhagen and Asian destinations such as Bangkok, Seoul, Guangzhou, Phuket, Delhi or Malé can consider incorporating Central Asia into their itineraries without adding significant complexity.
For example, a traveler from Copenhagen heading to Southeast Asia might opt for a Tashkent stopover using Centrum Air’s network, spending a few days in Uzbekistan’s capital or taking a side trip to Samarkand or Bukhara before continuing onward. Likewise, someone flying from Frankfurt to the Indian Ocean could plan a similar break in Central Asia, using the same airline throughout and maintaining a single booking framework for the whole journey.
These options mirror the well-established stopover programs that have helped make certain Middle Eastern and Asian hubs popular among global travelers. As Centrum Air expands its long haul and regional network, the combination of cultural interest, relatively short detours and unified ticketing is likely to appeal to passengers who want their long journeys to be experiences rather than simply transfers between two airports.
Modern Aircraft and a Consistent Onboard Experience
Centrum Air plans to operate its Frankfurt and Copenhagen services with Airbus A321neo aircraft, part of the airline’s modern, all-Airbus fleet. For passengers, this choice translates into a more consistent onboard experience, with cabins designed for medium to long haul flights and equipped with contemporary seating, lighting and climate systems.
The A321neo type is known for lower fuel consumption and reduced noise levels, both of which support a quieter and more comfortable flight environment. On long sectors such as Tashkent to Frankfurt or Copenhagen, these details make a tangible difference, particularly for overnight or early morning departures when rest is a priority. Travelers can expect a familiar standard of service across Centrum Air’s network, reducing the contrast that sometimes arises when an itinerary spans several different carriers.
For frequent flyers, this consistency matters. Using the same airline for both regional and long haul segments simplifies everything from baggage handling to customer service in the event of delays or schedule changes. With Centrum Air steadily expanding its fleet and route network, passengers who become accustomed to its product on the Frankfurt and Copenhagen routes will increasingly find similar aircraft and service levels on other journeys through Tashkent.
Better Options for Business Travelers and Diaspora Communities
While tourism is a major focus of the new routes, the benefits for business travelers and diaspora communities are equally significant. Frankfurt is one of Europe’s leading financial and corporate centers, and direct flights from Tashkent position Uzbekistan more firmly on the map for investors, trade partners and corporate travelers. Faster and more predictable connections can facilitate meetings, project work and site visits that previously would have required longer, more complicated journeys.
Copenhagen, with its strong presence in sectors such as life sciences, design, technology and sustainable energy, adds another dimension. The new route provides a simple channel for professionals, academics and entrepreneurs moving between Scandinavia and Central Asia. As bilateral projects, cultural exchanges and educational partnerships grow, the ease of travel between these regions can become a practical advantage that supports long term cooperation.
For members of the Uzbek diaspora living in Germany, Denmark and neighboring countries, the impact is even more personal. Direct flights from Frankfurt and Copenhagen reduce the time and cost of visits home, as well as making it easier for relatives and friends in Uzbekistan to travel in the opposite direction. Having reliable, regular service operated by a national or regionally focused airline often brings a sense of familiarity and reassurance that multinational carriers alone may not provide.
Tourism Boost for Uzbekistan and the Wider Region
Uzbekistan has invested heavily in promoting tourism, highlighting its Silk Road heritage, restored historic centers and growing hospitality sector. Direct connectivity from Frankfurt and Copenhagen is likely to accelerate this trend by making the country feel more accessible and straightforward to reach for European travelers. Cities such as Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, already recognized for their architectural and cultural significance, could see increased visitor numbers from Germany, Denmark and throughout Western Europe.
Tour operators and independent travelers alike benefit from simpler logistics. With Centrum Air’s new routes, packaged itineraries that combine flights, transfers and guided tours become easier to build around a predictable schedule. For independent travelers, the ability to fly into Tashkent directly and then connect to domestic routes or regional services removes one of the main barriers to exploring Central Asia: the perception that getting there involves complicated air journeys.
The impact is not limited to inbound tourism. As outbound travel from Uzbekistan and neighboring markets continues to grow, more residents of Central Asia will use Frankfurt and Copenhagen as springboards to explore Europe, North America and beyond. This two way flow of visitors supports not only airlines and airports but also hotels, local transport providers and cultural institutions in all three regions, reinforcing the broader economic rationale for the new routes.
What Travelers Should Expect as Launch Dates Approach
With the launch of Centrum Air’s Frankfurt and Copenhagen routes scheduled for late March 2026, travelers have ample time to plan ahead. As with any new international service, schedules may be refined and additional details confirmed as the start date approaches. However, the core structure is already in place: twice weekly flights on each route, operated by modern Airbus A321neo aircraft and integrated into a growing network through Tashkent.
For those considering using the new services, early planning can deliver practical advantages. Coordinating trips around the specific operating days between Tashkent, Frankfurt and Copenhagen can help secure better fares and ensure smooth connections to other airlines and destinations. Travelers with flexible dates may find it particularly easy to align their itineraries with Centrum Air’s weekly pattern, taking full advantage of both the European hubs and Tashkent’s role as a bridge to Asia.
As airlines across Europe and Asia continue to refine their post recovery networks, Centrum Air’s move stands out as a clear commitment to building long term, sustainable connectivity between Central Asia and Western Europe. For travelers, that translates directly into more options, simpler planning and the chance to discover new routes and regions that were once far more difficult to reach. The new flights to Frankfurt and Copenhagen are more than just additional lines on a route map. They are practical tools that will make a wide range of travel plans easier, whether the journey is for business, family, or the sheer pleasure of exploring somewhere new.