SalamAir Inaugurates Direct Flights to Mogadishu- Somalia
SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost carrier, has commenced today operations to Mogadishu, Somalia, introducing a new direct air link between the capitals of Oman and Somalia.
Operating twice weekly, the new route brings Muscat and Mogadishu closer, with one-way fares starting from OMR 79.99. The service offers travellers a practical and affordable option while providing convenient onward connections through Muscat to selected destinations across the Middle East and Asia. It also establishes an important trade corridor, supporting business travel, commercial exchange, and stronger business-to-business engagement between Oman and Somalia.
As Somalia’s capital and main commercial centre, Mogadishu plays an important role in East Africa. Its addition to SalamAir’s network creates a new travel corridor with the potential to support business activity, family travel and stronger trade ties between Oman and Somalia.
Steven Allen, Chief Commercial Officer of SalamAir, said: “The launch of our direct service to Mogadishu represents a strategic expansion of SalamAir’s African network and strengthens our presence in East Africa. This new route is in response to growing demand for affordable connectivity and to support business and trade between Oman and Somalia. This connectivity provides passengers with convenient onward access through Muscat to destinations across our network and it also contributes to Oman Vision 2040 by strengthening the Sultanate’s international connectivity and contributing to economic diversification.”
The introduction of Mogadishu builds on SalamAir's expanding operations across Africa and reflects the airline's continued commitment to developing underserved routes that connect Oman with high-potential regional markets.
Tickets are available through SalamAir’s website, mobile application, call centre, and authorised travel agencies.
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Shaimaa Al-Abri | SalamAir | shaimaa.alabri@salamair.com
About SalamAir
SalamAir is Oman's Low-Cost airline, commencing operations in 2017 with a mission to make air travel more affordable and accessible while strengthening connectivity to high-potential and underserved markets. Today, the airline operates a modern fleet of 18 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, serving more than 40 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe, with over 90 daily flights.
In February 2026, SalamAir announced the completion of the Government of Oman's majority ownership in the airline, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reinforcing its role in supporting the Sultanate's tourism ambitions, economic diversification and Oman Vision 2040.
SalamAir remains on track to grow its fleet to 25 aircraft by 2028, supporting the airline's long-term strategy to expand its network, increase frequencies across existing routes and introduce new destinations. This continued growth will further strengthen connectivity, support tourism development, and create new employment opportunities within Oman's aviation sector.
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