MUSCAT – The announcement was made during a joint media meeting of Oman Airports, Oman Air and SalamAir in Muscat, where the companies reported strong operational and financial performance in 2025. Officials said the sector is entering a period of structural transformation supported by network expansion and improved competitiveness at regional and international levels.
A key highlight of the briefing was the introduction of a new structured fare system for the Muscat–Salalah route during the Khareef season, aimed at improving price transparency and easing travel planning.
Under the revised model, fares during the Khareef season are set at RO 54, while off-season base fares are set at RO 64. The system introduces dynamic pricing based on booking time, with clearly defined tiers: RO 36 for early bookings (one month in advance), RO 46 for advance bookings (around two weeks or more), and RO 57 for last-minute bookings.
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Officials noted that this replaces previous fare fluctuations that could reach up to RO 90, offering passengers more predictable and structured pricing, particularly during the peak Khareef tourism season in Dhofar Governorate.
At the briefing, His Excellency Eng. Saeed bin Hamood Al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, said the government is implementing a strategic vision to rebuild the aviation sector and enhance its regional and international competitiveness.
He said the transformation programme launched in September 2023 has already delivered improvements in operational efficiency, financial performance and productivity, while supporting sustainable growth and profitability.
He added that the Muscat International Airport City will play a key role in positioning Oman as a regional air logistics hub by integrating aviation, logistics, commercial and tourism services within a unified ecosystem.
The Minister also said the government’s acquisition of SalamAir is part of a broader strategy to restructure the aviation sector, noting that both carriers will continue operating independently while contributing to overall network integration and expanded connectivity.
He stressed that Oman has maintained a strong role in ensuring continuity of regional supply chains and air connectivity amid geopolitical disruptions, supported by increased flight operations and growing airline traffic.
Looking ahead, the sector’s 2026–2030 strategy will focus on financial sustainability, international expansion and supporting economic diversification, particularly in tourism and logistics.
The Minister also confirmed plans to launch a new aircraft maintenance and repair workshop in Oman, alongside the introduction of additional regional routes aimed at boosting tourism flows, particularly during peak seasons such as Khareef.
