Oman AirWY

Oman Air is the flag carrier airline of the Sultanate of Oman, headquartered at Muscat International Airport (MCT). Established in 1993, the airline has grown into a premium Middle Eastern carrier known for its award-winning service and distinctive Omani hospitality. Oman Air is wholly owned by the Omani government.

The airline operates a fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, serving over 45 destinations across the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, Far East, Africa, and Europe. Oman Air joined the oneworld alliance on June 30, 2025, significantly expanding connectivity through partners like British Airways, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific.

Oman Air is renowned for its Business Studio, which repurposes former First Class suites into ultra-premium business class seats with 82-inch pitch, lie-flat beds, and Amouage amenity kits. The airline operates the Sindbad frequent flyer program, now integrated with oneworld benefits.

Carry-On Allowance

Cabin Bag:

Class	Pieces	Dimensions	Weight
Economy	1 bag	56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 in)	7 kg (15 lbs)
Business Studio	2 bags	56 x 36 x 23 cm each	7 kg each (14 kg total)

Notes:

• Dimensions include handles and wheels
• Total linear dimensions not to exceed 115 cm (45 in)
• Personal item (handbag, laptop bag) included in cabin allowance

Checked Baggage

Oman Air uses a weight-based system with piece limits.

Fare Type	Pieces	Weight Allowance
Economy Super Saver	None	Cabin bag only
Economy Saver	1 bag	20 kg (44 lbs)
Economy Value	1 bag	25 kg (55 lbs)
Economy Flex	1 bag	30 kg (66 lbs)
Business Studio	2 bags	40-60 kg total

Size Limits: Maximum 158 cm (62 in) linear dimensions per bag, 32 kg (70 lbs) maximum per piece.

Overweight & Oversized Fees

Excess Baggage Rates (per kg, varies by destination):

Route Type	Online Rate	Airport Rate
GCC Region	~$6-10 USD/kg	~$8-12 USD/kg
Indian Subcontinent	~$8-15 USD/kg	~$12-18 USD/kg
Europe/Far East	~$15-25 USD/kg	~$20-30 USD/kg

Pre-purchase Online Discount: Save up to 20% by purchasing excess baggage online at least 24 hours before departure.

Oversized Baggage:

Dimensions	Fee
160-210 cm linear	Oversize fee applies
210-292 cm linear	Large Special Baggage fee
Over 292 cm	Not accepted (cargo only)

Infant & Child Baggage

Passenger	Checked	Cabin	Extras
Infants (under 2)	10 kg (except Super Saver)	Included in adult allowance	Stroller + car seat free
Children (2+ years)	Same as adult fare	Same as adult	Stroller + car seat free

Special Items

Item	Policy
Golf clubs	Counts toward baggage allowance
Skis/snowboards	Counts toward baggage allowance
Car seat	FREE (gate-check available)
Stroller	FREE (gate-check available)
Wheelchair/mobility aids	FREE
Musical instruments	Cabin if fits, hard case for checked
Zamzam water	5L free additional (from Jeddah/Madinah only)

Fees as of January 2025. Verify at omanair.com/baggage-policy.

Fleet Overview

Aircraft	Configuration	Routes
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner	Business Studio + Economy	Long-haul (Europe, Far East, Africa)
Boeing 737 MAX 8	Business + Economy	Medium-haul (GCC, Indian Subcontinent)
Boeing 737-800	Economy (some with Business)	Regional/short-haul

Fleet Transition: Oman Air is standardizing on Boeing 787-9 for widebody operations and transitioning to 737 MAX 8 for narrowbody routes by mid-2026.

Business Studio (Former First Class Suites)

Oman Air converted its First Class suites to Business Studio, offering ultra-premium business class at lower fares.

Boeing 787-9 Business Studio:

• Apex Suite (same hardware as Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Gulf Air)
• Configuration: 1-2-1 (all aisle access)
• Pitch: 82 inches (208 cm)
• Width: 22-25.5 inches
• Fully-flat bed with mattress topper
• Privacy walls for suite-like experience
• 24-inch HD touchscreen entertainment
• Free WiFi connectivity
• Personal minibar

Amenities:

• Amouage amenity kit (Oman's luxury perfume house)
  • Separate versions for men and women
  • Hand/body lotion, lip balm, dental kit, eye shades, socks
• Pyjamas and slippers on overnight flights
• Silk-edged pillow and premium quilt
• Ambient mood lighting
• Direct aisle access from every seat

Economy Class

Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner:

• Pitch: 34 inches (86 cm) - generous for Economy
• Width: 17.5 inches
• Recline: Standard
• 10-12 inch personal entertainment screen
• USB power at every seat

Boeing 737 MAX 8:

• Pitch: 30-32 inches (76-81 cm)
• Configuration: 3-3
• 10.2-inch touchscreen
• USB charging

Entertainment

In-Flight Entertainment (IFE):

• Personal screens in all classes (10-24 inches)
• Latest Arabic and international films
• TV shows, documentaries, music
• Games for children and adults
• Live TV news on select flights

Dining

Economy Class:

• Complimentary full meals on all flights
• Two meal services on long-haul (main meal + snack)
• Choice of 2-3 entrees (chicken, meat, vegetarian)
• All meals Halal-certified
• Complimentary beverages (alcoholic on international flights only)

Business Studio:

• Multi-course fine dining
• A la carte menu with Omani and international cuisine
• Premium wines and spirits
• Dine-on-demand service
• Traditional Arabic coffee and dates service

Special Meals: 12+ options available, including:

• Vegetarian (VGML), Indian Vegetarian (AVML)
• Halal, Kosher
• Child/infant meals
• Medical diets (diabetic, low-sodium, gluten-free)

Order via Manage Booking at least 24 hours before departure.

WiFi

Onboard WiFi available on Boeing 787-9 fleet:

• Free for Business Studio passengers
• Paid packages available for Economy

Booking:

• Compare Economy Super Saver (no checked bag) vs Saver (20 kg) - significant price difference
• Book directly on omanair.com for easiest changes and full Sindbad mile earning
• Business Studio offers former First Class seats at business class prices - excellent value

Baggage:

• Pre-purchase excess baggage online (24+ hours ahead) for 20% savings
• Economy Super Saver has NO checked bag - cabin bag only
• 7 kg carry-on limit is strictly enforced - weigh your bag
• Zamzam water: 5L extra allowance from Jeddah/Madinah (religious travel benefit)

At Muscat Airport:

• New terminal (2018) is modern and efficient
• Business Studio passengers have dedicated security lane
• Premium Lounge offers traditional Omani coffee and dates
• Minimum connection time: ~60 minutes for domestic, 90 minutes for international

Business Studio:

• Apex Suites offer exceptional privacy with high walls
• 82-inch pitch means you can fully stretch out
• Amouage amenity kits are collector-worthy (luxury Omani perfume brand)
• Request pajamas on overnight flights
• Personal minibar stocked with drinks and snacks

oneworld Status (from June 2025):

• Sindbad Gold = oneworld Sapphire = lounge access on all partners
• Sindbad Silver = oneworld Ruby = priority boarding on partners
• Earn/burn Sindbad miles on BA, QR, AA, CX, and all oneworld airlines

In-Flight:

• 787-9 Economy has excellent 34-inch pitch - request it for long-haul
• Window seats on 787 have electronic dimming windows
• All food is Halal - no pork, alcohol only on international flights
• Order special meals 24+ hours ahead via Manage Booking

Sindbad Tips:

• Miles expire after 3 years with no extension option - use them or lose them
• Tier points reset annually, status valid for 12 months
• Now earns on all oneworld partners - better earning potential than before

Common Issues:

• Economy Super Saver = no checked bag - don't assume it's included
• Mobile boarding pass: Verify acceptance at your departure airport
• Domestic flights (Salalah, Khasab): No alcohol, no lounge access for Silver members