Premium

Iran-Israel war: Oman Air announces travel plan to India for stranded passengers from UAE | Check route

Flight services resumption amid Iran-Israel war: Oman Air has announced a travel plan for stranded passengers amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East following the Iran–Israel war.

Oman Air flight from Muscat to India (Image: Oman Air)

2 min readMar 2, 2026 11:29 PM IST First published on: Mar 2, 2026 at 11:15 PM IST

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.

Also Read | Iran-Israel war update: UAE resumes partial flight operations from Zayed International Airport – check details

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

Source: Oman Air

Express InfoGenIE

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

It also advised the travellers to apply for Oman Visa by 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 IST (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.

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. ... Read More