Oman Travel is gaining new momentum as SalamAir launches direct flights between Muscat and Mogadishu, creating a faster and more convenient air connection between Oman and East Africa.

New Saudia Flights in October 2026 will start a Gulf travel surge between Oman and Saudi Arabia when it establishes three weekly direct flights between Muscat and Riyadh.

SalamAir launches the first direct flight from Muscat to Sylhet, expanding Oman-Bangladesh connectivity with affordable and convenient travel options.

Middle East air passenger demand fell 9.5% in July, but Gulf aviation recovery continued steadily as regional traffic and flight capacity further improved.

Oman enters late Khareef as Salalah’s monsoon continues while Muscat seasonal flights approach their end.

SalamAir launches direct Muscat-Erbil flights from October 2026, expanding Oman-Iraq connectivity and supporting tourism, business and regional travel

SalamAir appoints Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as CEO from October 2026 to strengthen Oman aviation growth, connectivity and passenger services.

Oman Air has announced the appointment of Nasser Al Sharji as its new Chief Executive Officer, with the leadership transition set to take effect from 1 September 2026.

Oman Air is celebrating its 25th anniversary of the Muscat–Kochi route.

UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar boost Oman tourism as Salalah Airport Khareef arrivals rise 8% in 2026 with stronger GCC travel demand and connectivity.

Saudi Arabia leads Middle East aviation growth as UAE, Qatar, Oman and Israel face airline capacity shifts impacting regional travel in August 2026.

Oman Air Cargo adds five new routes from Muscat and Salalah, strengthening connectivity between Asia, Middle East and Russia.

Air Tanzania launches direct Dar es Salaam-Muscat flights, strengthening Tanzania-Oman tourism, trade and business connectivity.

Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Doha and Muscat navigated 2026 airspace disruptions to deliver record tourism growth across the Arabian Peninsula.

SalamAir starts twice-weekly Muscat–Kigali flights, improving Oman-Rwanda connectivity and supporting tourism, business travel and regional links.