Expectant mothers with pregnancy to 22 weeks are transported with a certificate from a medical organization about the pregnancy period and a satisfactory state of health.
Expectant mothers with a pregnancy of over 34 weeks in singleton pregnancies and over 32 weeks with multiple pregnancies are carried on the findings of the Medical Consultative Board or equivalent competence doctor’s commission. This conclusion shall state their health status and that a medical organization shall issue it before the flight, not earlier than 30 calendar days.
Flights with children and during pregnancy
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How far along in pregnancy do I need a doctor's note?
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What discounts are available for children?
Discount depends on routes:
- Infants under 2 years travel free of charge on domestic flights, and children from 2 to 14 years travel at a 50% discount off the applicable adult fare;
- on international flights from Kazakhstan to/from foreign countries, infants under 2 years old travel for free; on international flights between foreign countries via Kazakhstan, infants under 2 years old travel at a discount of 90% of the applicable adult fare. Children from 2 to 11 years inclusive on international flights to/from Kazakhstan travel at a discount of 50% off the full adult fare, and between foreign countries via Kazakhstan travel at a discount of 25% off the full adult fare.
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Can unaccompanied minors fly on connecting flights?
An unaccompanied minor transit flight is possible from/to Almaty (via Astana) from/to London, Frankfurt and Paris.
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Can children fly abroad on their own?
Yes, with verified service for the unaccompanied child's flight and required documents.
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How far in advance do I have to come to check in when sending an unaccompanied child?
The unaccompanied child must arrive at the airport for check-in at least 1.5-2 hours before departure since verification and completion of accompanying documents are required.
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Can unaccompanied minor fly alone on a plane?
Unaccompanied children (from 6 to 15 years old inclusive) are allowed for transportation on request of parents or legal guardians of the child. The service is available for 16 to 17 years old passengers as well.
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How do I book a crib for my baby?
To reserve a crib, notify your travel agent or fill out this web form. This service is free but only available with a MySEAT seat purchase.
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Can I carry an infant car seat on board?
Yes, you can if you issue a ticket for an infant with the provision of a separate seat. In this case, the width of the car seat must be at most 41 cm, and it must have mountings for fixation on the passenger seat. To confirm this service, please fill out this web form.
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How late in pregnancy can I fly?
Pregnant women are advised to fly no later than four weeks before their expected delivery date.
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In what language do I need the certificate if flying out of a foreign airport?
When departing from foreign airports, the document must be translated into the foreign language used in the country of departure.
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What is the medical certificate's validity on a pregnant woman's state of health?
The document is valid for 30 days.
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In what cases in pregnancy condition you can refuse to take a flight?
Transportation will be denied if you are expected to give birth in the next 7 calendar days.
Also, Air Astana has the right to refuse to carry a pregnant woman if the immigration laws require it out of the destination country. -
How soon can I travel after giving birth?
Women after childbirth and newborn children are not allowed to be transported within the first 7 calendar days after the child's birth.
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What kind of certificate do pregnant women need for a flight?
A pregnancy certificate and a satisfactory health state are required for the flight. If you are more than 34 weeks pregnant with a singleton and 32 weeks pregnant with multiple pregnancies, you must have a medical advisory board (form No. 026/u).
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