The first direct flight route connecting Rasht's Sardar-e-Jangal International Airport (OIGG) with Astrakhan, Russia, was inaugurated on Sunday, October 19, marking a significant step in expanding international tourism.

Following the expansion of the Anzali Free Zone and to enhance collaboration with the General Directorate of Gilan Airport, a representative office of the Anzali Free Zone Organization has commenced operations at Rasht Sardar Jangal International Airport.

Flights between Gorgan in northern Iran and Aktau in Kazakhstan is scheduled to resume after a temporary suspension caused by regional conflict and security concerns.