Oman Air to Operate Muscat-Sochi Route This Summer Muscat,
17 Feb 2026 (ONA) — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman,
has announced the expansion of its international network through the launch of
new direct weekly flights to the Russian city of Sochi.

This
step enhances aerial connectivity between Oman and Russia and opens broader
horizons for travel and tourism movement between the two nations.

The
flights are scheduled to commence on 2 July 2026, and will operate year-round,
providing travelers with a direct link that ensures easy access to one of
Russia’s most prominent leisure destinations overlooking the Black Sea. The
launch of this new route strengthens Oman Air’s growing network to Russia in
response to the increasing demand from Russian travelers wishing to visit the
Sultanate of Oman.

Oman
Air currently operates direct flights between Moscow and Muscat with a
frequency of up to 11 flights per week, in addition to charter flights between
Moscow and Salalah which were launched in December 2025. This comes alongside
the continuous expansion of the destination network, the launch of several new
routes over the past months, and the company’s success in increasing the
movement of passengers arriving directly in the Sultanate of Oman. Oman Air
continues its commitment to consolidating the Sultanate of Oman’s position as a
primary destination, contributing to the stimulation of tourism revenues and
supporting related sectors.

Con
Korfiatis, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air, explained that the company is
moving forward with developing its network by identifying carefully studied
strategic opportunities to link the Sultanate of Oman with new and emerging
destinations. He noted that the launch of the Sochi route comes in response to
the growing demand between Oman and Russia, reinforcing its position as a
leading carrier that offers a distinguished travel experience across prominent
tourism and business markets.

He
added that the new route, which will operate weekly throughout the year, will
support the growth of inbound tourism to the Sultanate of Oman and contribute
to the revitalization of related sectors, in addition to enhancing trade and
investment exchange between the two countries. This is particularly significant
as Russia is considered one of the promising markets for tourism to the
Sultanate of Oman, where improved aerial connectivity facilitates the flow of
visitors and consolidates bilateral economic relations.

The
Muscat–Sochi flights will be operated using Boeing 737-8 aircraft, which offer
a distinguished travel experience along with integrated comfort and onboard
services.

—Ends/AG