Oman Air has achieved another significant milestone in its ongoing transformation, reporting that point-to-point passengers constituted 46% of total traffic in January 2025, marking a 35% increase compared to January 2024. This transition not only enhances the airline's profitability, as point-to-point fares generally yield higher returns than transit fares, but also aligns with the strategic objective set by the Board of Directors to maximize inbound traffic. This initiative supports Oman’s Vision 2040 by increasing tourism.
“While we continue to prioritize the transit market, the expansion of point-to-point travel enables us to seize higher-yield opportunities and offer greater convenience to our passengers,” stated Con Korfiatis, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air. “By attracting more visitors directly to Oman, we can highlight the country’s rich tourism offerings while reinforcing our contribution to national economic growth—boosting visitor numbers, encouraging longer stays, and maximizing the broader economic advantages of inbound tourism.”
In the past year, Oman Air has optimized its network and fleet by adjusting flight frequencies, refining schedules, and enhancing connectivity on essential routes. This strategy has not only improved the quality of the airline's revenue but has also been met with robust demand, evidenced by an 88% seat occupancy rate in January. Currently, the airline operates flights to 41 destinations from Muscat, with Rome, Italy, being the latest addition.
