Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, celebrated the launch of its inaugural flight to Amsterdam, marking a significant addition to its expanding European network and reinforcing the airline’s commitment to connecting Oman with key global markets. The four-weekly service, which represents the first direct connection between Oman and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, was officially inaugurated in a ceremony held at Muscat International Airport.
The event was attended by Azzan Qassim Al Busaidi, undersecretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism; Dr. Faris Al Said, member of the Technical Team for Oman Promotional Brand; Stella Kloth, ambassador of the Netherlands to Oman; senior officials from Oman Air; government representatives; airport stakeholders; and media partners.
Azzan Qassim Al Busaidi stated, “The launch of direct flights between Muscat and Amsterdam marks another step in strengthening Oman’s position as a high-quality, accessible tourism destination. The Netherlands is a key source market for us, and this new route enhances our ability to welcome more visitors to experience Oman’s landscapes, heritage, and hospitality.”
“We congratulate Oman Air on this milestone and look forward to the opportunities it will bring for tourism, trade and investment,” Al Busaidi further added.
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Moreover, Con Korfiatis, chief executive officer of Oman Air, added, “We are delighted to launch services to Amsterdam, a vibrant European gateway and a strategic addition to our network. This route not only connects two dynamic cities, but also opens new possibilities for travellers across the world. Coming just one day after our official entry into oneworld, today’s launch symbolises the momentum we’re building.”
The launch coincides with Oman Air’s official integration into the oneworld alliance, making Amsterdam the first new destination to join the airline’s network under the oneworld banner. Through oneworld, Oman Air guests will now benefit from seamless connectivity to over 900 destinations worldwide, while travellers from across Europe can more easily access the beauty, culture, and hospitality of Oman.
