Oman Air addresses concerns over Muscat-Salalah ticket prices
Muscat: Oman Air has issued a clarification regarding the prices of tickets for flights between Muscat and Salalah.
In response to recent discussions on social media platforms regarding ticket prices for domestic destinations, Oman Air emphasised that it maintains fixed prices for Omani citizens travelling in Economy Class on this route throughout the year.
These fixed prices include:
Saving Tourism Category: OMR 61 round trip for 7 kg of cabin baggage (no checked baggage).
Flexible Tourism Category: OMR 64 round trip for 7 kg of cabin baggage and 20 kg of checked baggage.
Oman Air also offers a wider range of travel options, including Economy Class tickets with 30 kg of checked baggage priced at OMR 87 and various Business Class options. The airline noted that some instances of Business Class prices being circulated as Economy Class prices have occurred, particularly when Economy Class seats are fully booked.
Oman Air is the largest operator of flights to Dhofar Governorate, operating five daily flights and increasing this to approximately 12 during the Khareef season and other peak periods. To ensure securing seats at the fixed prices for Omani citizens, the airline encourages passengers to book in advance through the official Oman Air website (omanair.com) or mobile application, especially during peak travel times.
Oman Air reiterated its commitment to providing the best possible services to its guests, focusing on enhancing the travel experience and offering a range of suitable options for all travellers. The airline expressed gratitude to its valued guests for their continued support and encouraged them to utilise the official channels for the best service.
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