Oman Air to launch first Muscat-Tashkent flights

Oman Air is set to launch a new Muscat–Tashkent route, providing the first-ever direct air link between the Uzbekistan capital and the sultanate. 

 

Flights will commence on 1 June 2026, operating twice weekly between Muscat International Airport (MCT) and Tashkent International Airport (TAS). The four-hour service will strengthen connectivity between Oman and Central Asia, marking the airline’s first-ever destination in the region. Full flight schedules are yet to be announced.  

 

Taskhent will be Oman Air’s eighth new destination since December 2025, highlighting its ongoing international expansion. Currently, the carrier flies to more than 45 destinations across the Middle East, Asia, Europe and Africa. 

 

Known for its rich Silk Road history, Tashkent is home to multiple Islamic architecture sites and bustling markets. Travellers can explore ancient mosques and narrow alleys in the Old Town or visit the Tashkent Tower, the tallest structure in Central Asia, with a height of 375 metres. 

 

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Con Korfiatis, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air, said, “The launch of Tashkent reflects Oman Air’s continued focus on building a commercially sustainable network that balances point-to-point demand with strategic growth markets. 

 

“Central Asia represents a region of increasing relevance for both inbound and outbound travel, and the new service is designed to support Oman’s broader tourism ambitions by attracting visitors from Uzbekistan and the wider region.”

 

Oman Air continues to add new destinations, recently unveiling services to Sochi, Russia, from Muscat and Dubai from Salalah. The airline also joined the oneworld alliance in July 2025, becoming its 15th member airline, further enhancing its global partnerships.      

 

These network expansions come amid strong annual performance in 2025, with the airline carrying 5.8 million passengers, marking a 34% increase in inbound traffic. 

 

For more information, visit omanair.com