Muscat: Oman Air has achieved an unprecedented threefold increase in the number of passengers on its direct flights, with numbers rising from 75,000 passengers in June 2024 to 200,000 passengers in June 2025. Passengers arriving directly in the Sultanate of Oman constituted 58 percent of Oman Air's total passenger traffic.
According to Oman News Agency, Mike Rutter, Chief Commercial Officer at Oman Air, explained that this growth reflects the success of the company's strategy to increase direct flight passenger numbers through meticulous route planning and targeted marketing campaigns. He emphasized that this approach enhances the national carrier's financial performance and enables it to sustainably open new destinations.
He stated that Oman Air continues to focus on making travel to the Sultanate of Oman smoother and more attractive for tourists, ensuring it remains a key driver of the Omani tourism sector's growth.
Rutter confirmed that Oman Air is investing in expanding its network of destinations and modernizing its fleet. This includes the Amsterdam route, which has opened new opportunities in the European market, as well as the resumption of twice-daily flights to London starting this October.
