SalamAir, Oman's Low-Cost carrier celebrated the launch of its inaugural direct flight between Muscat and Medan, marking the airline's first-ever scheduled service to Indonesia and another milestone in its continued network expansion across Southeast Asia. The new route strengthens the growing economic, tourism and cultural ties between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Indonesia while providing travellers with an affordable and convenient direct connection between the two countries. 

Ahead of the inaugural flight, SalamAir hosted an official celebration on 2 July 2026, the event brought together senior government representatives, aviation stakeholders, tourism partners, members of the diplomatic community and media representatives from both countries to commemorate the launch of the new route and celebrate the growing relationship between Oman and Indonesia. 

The new service will initially operate two weekly flights using SalamAir Airbus A320neo, providing passengers with a convenient and affordable travel option between Muscat and Medan. The new route is expected to play an important role in supporting the growing demand for Umrah travel, offering passengers from Medan seamless one-stop connections via Muscat to Jeddah and Madinah, while also strengthening tourism and business links between Oman and Indonesia.  

Indonesia is one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing tourism and aviation markets, with Medan serving as the commercial and cultural gateway to North Sumatra. The city provides access to internationally renowned attractions, including Lake Toba, one of the world's largest volcanic lakes and a UNESCO Global Geopark, making it an attractive destination for leisure travellers from Oman and the wider GCC. 

Commenting on the launch, Adrian Hamilton-Manns, Chief Executive Officer of SalamAir, said: 

'The launch of our first scheduled service to Indonesia marks another important milestone in SalamAir's growth journey and reflects our commitment to connecting Oman with underserved markets across Asia. Indonesia is a strategically important market with strong tourism, business and cultural links to the Sultanate, and we are delighted to offer travellers an affordable and convenient direct connection to Medan. We sincerely thank the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia and all our government and industry partners whose collaboration has made this milestone possible. We are confident this new route will contribute to increased tourism, stronger trade relations and deeper people-to-people connections between our two countries.' 

Mr. Heru Budiarso, Minister Counseller - Charge’ d’affaires ad Interim at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Muscat, said: 

'The launch of SalamAir's direct service between Muscat and Medan marks an important milestone in the longstanding friendship between the Republic of Indonesia and the Sultanate of Oman. Enhanced air connectivity will strengthen tourism, trade, investment and cultural exchange while bringing our people closer together. We congratulate SalamAir on this significant achievement and look forward to the many opportunities this new route will create for both nations.' 

Following the ceremony, SalamAir's inaugural flight will depart Muscat International Airport on the 3rd of July, 2026 carrying passengers, invited guests and media representatives, officially commencing scheduled services between Oman and Indonesia. 

The launch of the Medan service forms part of SalamAir's continued network expansion strategy, with the airline now serving more than 40 destinations across the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. Supported by a growing fleet of modern Airbus aircraft, SalamAir remains committed to providing affordable, reliable and accessible air travel while contributing to Oman Vision 2040 by enhancing tourism, trade and international connectivity.