SalamAir, the low-cost carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, announced the resumption of its direct flights to Beirut, Lebanon, at a rate of two flights per week, starting December 3, 2025.
This step comes as part of SalamAir's comprehensive strategy to strengthen its network of regional destinations and expand air connectivity in the Middle East and beyond. The return of Beirut represents an important step in its journey and embodies its continued commitment to offering flexible, diverse travel options at competitive prices, according to a press release published on the SalamAir website.
Beirut is a cultural and historical destination, with its varied Mediterranean coastline, its cuisine and its blend of modernity and authenticity. The city attracts visitors year-round and is a prominent regional hub for business and tourism, making it a preferred destination for travelers from the Sultanate of Oman and beyond.
In this context, Adrian Hamilton-Manns, CEO of SalamAir, explained that the return of Beirut to our network reflects our continued commitment to strengthening air connectivity and offering more convenient travel options to our customers.
He added that there is a large number of Lebanese residents in the Sultanate of Oman and there are currently no direct flights between the two countries, as these direct flights aim to fill this gap and provide more convenient travel solutions, as well as support tourism and trade and enhance business opportunities. He affirmed that this step is in line with the national goals of Oman Vision 2040, particularly in developing the tourism and logistics sectors and enhancing economic diversification.
For his part, Ambassador Albert Samaha, Ambassador of the Lebanese Republic to the Sultanate of Oman, affirmed that these anticipated flights represent a vital link for the Lebanese people residing in the Sultanate and help facilitate access to Lebanon.
He stated that this step opens the way to boosting tourism, cultural exchange and bilateral cooperation between our two countries, and stressed the role of the Oman Civil Aviation Authority and SalamAir in achieving this shared vision.
This expansion confirms SalamAir's position as one of the fastest-growing low-cost airlines in the region and its role as a key contributor to achieving the goals of Oman Vision 2040 in the fields of tourism, air connectivity and economic diversification. Travelers can book their tickets now via the SalamAir website www.salamair.com or through the mobile app.
It is worth noting that SalamAir operates a fleet of 13 Airbus A320/321 aircraft and runs more than 80 flights daily, with two new A321neo aircraft scheduled to join its fleet this July. In February of the same year, the company announced an order for 10 new aircraft as part of its plan to increase its fleet size to 25 aircraft by 2028.
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