The new route will operate year-round, launching with two weekly flights on 21 May and increasing to 5 flights per week from 15 June to coincide with the Khareef season, when Salalah’s coastline and mountains transform into vibrant green landscapes.
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The introduction of flights to Salalah reflects Etihad’s commitment to expanding its regional network, offering guests across the airline’s global network seamless and consistent access to one of the Gulf’s most bucket-list destinations. 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.
With a flight time of under two hours, the new route offers an easy and refreshing summer escape for travellers from Abu Dhabi, and across Etihad’s expanding global network; connecting the UAE capital directly with Salalah’s unique seasonal landscape.
Salalah’s inaugural flight marks the start of Etihad’s sought-after summer destinations network, followed by 8 popular vacation spots across Europe and Africa. The medieval grandeur of Krakow (from 11 June), the sun-drenched shores of Palma de Mallorca (from 12 June) and the spice-scented beaches of Zanzibar (from 14 June), alongside returning seasonal favourites Santorini, Mykonos, Malaga, Nice and Al Alamein.
