Etihad Airways has celebrated the inaugural flight of its new service to Salalah, introducing a direct connection between Abu Dhabi and Oman’s southern coastal city.
The new route will operate year-round, launching with two weekly flights on 21 May and increasing to five flights per week from 15 June to coincide with the Khareef season, when Salalah’s coastline and mountains transform into vibrant green landscapes.
The new Salalah route is Etihad’s second destination in Oman, complementing its long-standing operations to Muscat, which celebrates 20 years of operation this year.
“Launching services to Salalah marks an exciting new chapter in Etihad’s commitment to strengthening connectivity to Oman,” stated Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer, Etihad Airways.
The launch supports Etihad’s strategy to expand its regional footprint with routes that stimulate tourism and connect travellers to unique destinations across the Middle East.
