Oman Air vs SalamAir
Side-by-side comparison of Oman Air and SalamAir: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
| Oman Air | SalamAir | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Oman | Oman |
| Founded | 1981 | 2016 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Alliance | oneworld | - |
| Main hubs | Muscat International Airport | Muscat International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 4 | 3 |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg (15 lb) | - |
| Cabin bag size | 115 total | - |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 1 piece · 20 kg (44 lb) | not included |
| Online check-in opens | 2 days | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min | 15 min |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | - | +968 2427 2222 |
Key differences
- Oman Air opens online check-in earlier (2 days before departure vs 24 h).
- SalamAir lets you check in online closer to departure (15 min vs 1 h 30 min).
- SalamAir is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Oman Air bundles more into the ticket.
- Oman Air is a oneworld member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.

