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

2 min readUpdated: Mar 2, 2026 11:22 PM Airspace closure in Middle East, Iran-Israel war latest news: Oman Air has announced a travel plan for stranded passengers amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East following the Iran–Israel war. In the evening, the UAE announced the partial resumption of flight operations from several airports across the country.

Oman Air flight to India: check route
According to Oman Air, the passengers have been advised to travel to Muscat with integrated bus transfers from Sharjah. It said that this would facilitate onward connections to passengers’ final destinations. It also advised the travellers to arrive at the bus station at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

Sharjah- Al Jubail Bus Station (Muwasalat)

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

🛫 Fly to India via Muscat on Oman Air

SHJ
Sharjah, UAE

🚌 BUS

MCT
Muscat, Oman

✈️ OMAN AIR

🇮🇳
India

2
Bus Services

SHJ → MCT
Route

03 Mar – 05 Mar
Operating Dates

07:00 & 13:00
Departure Times

🚌 Bus Schedule

Bus Number
Sector
Dates
Departure
Arrival
Equipment

WY2606

SHJ→MCT

03 Mar – 05 Mar 26
07:00
13:00
BUS

WY2612

SHJ→MCT

03 Mar – 05 Mar 26
13:00
21:00
BUS

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

Passengers stranded in UAE: Here’s how to apply for Oman Visa
It also advised the travellers to apply for Oman Visa completing their application through the appropriate official channels prior to travel 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 23:59 hrs (18:29 hrs UTC) on Tuesday.
“Guests are advised to check their flight status and ensure their contact details are updated in their PNR for the latest notifications. For change and cancellation waivers, guests may manage their bookings at http://airindiaexpress.com/manage-booking or #ChatWithTia on our website, app, or WhatsApp at +91 63600 12345,” it said.
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Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University
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