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Safi Airlines
Afghanistan

14
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6
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Connecting Afghanistan to the world.
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Kabul, Afghanistan
Safi Airways is an Afghan private airline that operated scheduled international and domestic passenger services. Founded in the mid-2000s, it became one of Afghanistan's more prominent carriers, offering connections to destinations in the Middle East, South Asia, and Europe.
The airline was known for operating modern jet aircraft and targeting both Afghan diaspora travelers and business passengers. It suspended operations at various points due to the challenging security and economic environment in Afghanistan.
Following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021, Safi Airways, like most Afghan carriers, ceased regular commercial operations. The airline's future remains uncertain given the ongoing political and economic instability in the country.
Hubs & network
Safi Airways primarily operated out of Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Fleet
Safi Airways operated Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 family aircraft during its active years.
Notable facts
- ›Safi Airways was one of Afghanistan's first private airlines to operate international routes.
- ›The airline served destinations including Dubai, Delhi, Frankfurt, and Istanbul at various times.
- ›It was founded by the Safi Group, a prominent Afghan business conglomerate.
- ›The airline suspended operations multiple times due to security concerns and financial difficulties.
- ›Operations effectively ceased following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021.
This profile is provided for general information only. Contact details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airline's official website before acting on them.
Primary hubs
Route network map (14 legs)








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Route network
DEL → HEA320
DEL → KBL320
DXB → KBL319
HEA → DEL320
HEA → ISB319
HEA → KBL319 320
ISB → HEA319
ISB → KBL319
KBL → DEL320
KBL → DXB319
KBL → HEA319 320
KBL → ISB319
KBL → MZR319
MZR → KBL319
Fleet (aircraft types operated)
Latest news
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty· 9/5/2016
Major Afghan Airline Grounded For Failing To Pay Taxes
Read at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
CNN· 4/26/2010
First Iraqi flight to London in 20 years lands at Gatwick
Read at CNN
Khaama Press· 2/6/2014
Safi Airways Accredited for its High Safety Standards
Read at Khaama Press
Pajhwok Afghan News· 10/19/2013
First post-Hajj flight arrives in Kabul today
Read at Pajhwok Afghan News
Pajhwok Afghan News· 9/8/2013
First hajj flight takes off tonight
Read at Pajhwok Afghan News
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