SalamAir Adds New Routes to Mumbai, Bengaluru

SalamAir announced the addition of two new destinations in India-Bengaluru (Bangalore) and Mumbai. These new routes bring SalamAir's total number of destinations in India to eight and addresses the growing demand for travel between Oman, India and the GCC region. Starting September 2nd, flights to Mumbai will operate four times a week, and from September 6th, flights to Bengaluru will run twice a week. Introductory one-way fares start at RO 19 for Mumbai and RO 33 for Bengaluru on the 'Light Fare,' including a 7kg hand luggage allowance. Passengers can customize their travel experience with meals, extra baggage, and travel insurance. This expansion is part of SalamAir's strategy to offer low fares consistently and provide travelers with more choices. Light fares allow customers to stretch their travel budget by paying only for the needed services, ensuring significant savings while discovering new destinations. Adrian Hamilton-Manns, CEO of SalamAir, stated, "The Indian subcontinent is a key region for us, and we are committed to strengthening our connections and providing affordable travel options. We are proud of our expansion to Mumbai and Bengaluru, alongside the recently launched routes to Delhi, Chennai, Islamabad, and Lahore. This growth aligns with Oman Vision 2040 and supports our strategic goals. Additionally, in support of the Khareef Dhofar season, we have enhanced connectivity to Sohar, Fujairah, Baghdad, and Bahrain, resulting in a 9% increase in capacity to Salalah compared to the same period in 2023." With these additions, SalamAir now serves eight destinations in India, including Delhi, Calicut, Chennai, Lucknow, Jaipur, and Hyderabad. In July, the airline achieved a 24% increase in operational capacity compared to June. The expansion plan has led to a 14% increase in operations in India and a 29% increase in Pakistan compared to previous periods. SalamAir also introduced new seasonal destinations connecting Sohar, Fujairah, Baghdad, and Bahrain to Salalah and operates direct flights to Baku, Almaty, Tirana, and Trabzon. Source: Oman News Agency