Oman Air announces travel plan to India amid Iran-Israel war

2 minutes of readingUpdated: Mar 2, 2026 11:29 pm IST

Closure of airspace in the Middle East, latest news on the war between Iran and Israel: Oman Air has announced a travel plan for stranded passengers amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East following the war between Iran and Israel. In the afternoon, the United Arab Emirates announced the partial resumption of air operations from several airports across the country.

Oman Air flight to India: check route

According to Oman Air, passengers were advised to travel to Muscat with integrated bus transfers from Sharjah. He said this would facilitate connections to passengers’ final destinations. He also recommended travelers arrive at the bus station at least 30 minutes before departure.

Sharjah-Al Jubail Bus Station (Muwasalat)

Oman Air said Sharjah, a major public transport hub, connects Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman and other emirates. He also added that the station offers comfortable waiting areas, toilets, retail shops and food outlets to ensure a convenient travel experience.

🛫 Fly to India via Muscat with Oman Air

SHJ
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

🚌 BUS

MCT
Muscat, Oman

✈️ AIR OMAN

🇮🇳
India

2
Bus services

SHJ → MCT
Route

March 3 – March 5
Operation dates

07:00 and 13:00
Departure times

🚌 Bus schedule

Bus number	Sector	Dates	Departure	Arrival	Equipment
WY2606	SHJ→MCT	March 3 – March 5, 26	07:00	13:00	BUS
WY2612	SHJ→MCT	March 3 – March 5, 26	13:00	21:00	BUS

ℹ️ All times are local. Bus transfers connect Sharjah (UAE) to Muscat (Oman) to continue Oman Air flights to India. | WY = Oman Air IATA code

Passengers stranded in the UAE: Here’s how to apply for Oman visa

He also advised travelers to apply for the Oman visa by completing their application through the appropriate official channels before traveling at https://evisa.rop.gov.om/

Air India Express to resume flight operations from Muscat on March 3

Meanwhile, Air India Express also announced the resumption of flight operations to and from Muscat from March 3. However, it added that flights to and from Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates will remain suspended until 11:59 p.m. IST (6:29 p.m. UTC) on Tuesday.

“Guests are advised to check their flight status and ensure their contact details are updated in their PNR to receive the latest notifications. For exemptions on changes and cancellations, guests can manage their bookings at http://airindiaexpress.com/manage-booking or #ChatWithTia on our website, app or WhatsApp on +91 63600 12345,” it read.

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering railways and roads. Currently a member of the editorial team at Indianexpress.com, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Career journey Anish began his career at public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a fundamental understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, she transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, and spent nearly six years honing her expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education and Experience Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production from Apeejay Stya University (PGTVRJP) – Bachelor of Arts from Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication (Honours in English) – University of Calcutta Areas of coverage Connectivity: In-depth reporting on the expansion of Indian railways and road networks national. … Read more

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