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Damascus Airport destination board expands to 22 direct routes with Munich, Moscow, and Tripoli; Etihad daily service takes effect
During the 14 November 2026 live airport-board synchronization, Damascus International Airport’s official destinations directory expanded from 19 to 22 direct destinations, adding Syrian Air’s newly inaugurated Munich (MUC, RB290/RB289) and Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO/MOW, RB441) services alongside Fly Cham’s Tripoli (TIP, XH361/XH362) service. Saturday, 14 November 2026 is also the effective start date for Etihad Airways’ step-up from four weekly flights to a daily Abu Dhabi–Damascus schedule (EY561/EY562).
Syrian Air’s Damascus–Munich route is now upgraded to official airport-board evidence (damairport.gov.sy/en/destinations/muc) in addition to 39 bookable departures in the carrier’s reservation system.
Damascus International Airport Official Destinations Board & Etihad Airways
Air Cairo security and ground-operations delegation inspects Damascus Airport readiness
A delegation from Egyptian carrier Air Cairo—including Security General Director Ayman al-Aydi and Ground Operations Director Mohamed Khaled Salem—conducted an on-site operational, technical, and security inspection at Damascus International Airport in coordination with the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority ahead of launching flights between Egypt and Syria.
Civil Aviation Authority announces direct flynas Medina–Damascus flights starting 19 November
Syria’s General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport announced on 10 November 2026 that Saudi low-cost carrier flynas will launch regular direct flights between Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Medina (MED) and Damascus International Airport (DAM) starting 19 November 2026.
Damascus Airport receives first direct Syrian Air flight from Berlin
Damascus International Airport received Syrian Air’s inaugural direct flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Berlin is now listed on the official Damascus Airport destination board alongside Syrian Air’s RB280/RB279 booking schedule.
Civil Aviation launches two-way airport bus between Saadallah al-Jabri Square and Aleppo Airport
The Syrian Civil Aviation Authority announced an airport shuttle connecting Saadallah al-Jabri Square in central Aleppo with Aleppo International Airport in both directions, with flight-linked departures published in AM (01:20, 01:30, 05:00, 08:50, 10:10, 11:00) and PM (01:30, 10:00, 03:00, 05:00) groups.
Syrian Air’s booking system offers Deir ez-Zor (DEZ)–Kuwait (KWI) flight RB341 with selectable seats. The 9 November check returned 17 departure dates, with the first displayed date on 3 December.
Civil Aviation Authority confirms Damascus Airport operating normally after old fire video circulates
Syria’s General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport confirmed on 6 November 2026 that Damascus International Airport is operating normally according to approved flight schedules, clarifying that a circulating social-media video showed a minor roof fire extinguished on 30 October at under-construction Terminal 2 with no injuries or flight disruptions.
Aleppo Airport board confirms Fly Cham service to Erbil
Aleppo International Airport’s destinations directory now lists Fly Cham flights XH525 and XH526 on the Aleppo (ALP) to Erbil (EBL) route, confirming direct connectivity between northern Syria and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq alongside Fly Cham’s Damascus–Erbil service.
Damascus International Airport recorded 1,851 flights and 192,334 passengers during October 2026. Seventeen airlines were operating at the airport, according to figures released by the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority.
Fly Cham operated its first Damascus–Medina service on 4 November. The Syrian Civil Aviation Authority live feed recorded flight 6Q822 from Medina arriving in Damascus, confirming the weekly Wednesday service announced as flights 6Q821 and 6Q822.
Fly Cham announced the start of regular flights between Damascus International Airport (DAM) and Jeddah (JED) at two flights per week, expanding direct connectivity for Umrah pilgrims, family visits, and trade. The service is confirmed on the Damascus International Airport destinations board.
Flyadeal starts regular flights between Damascus and Medina
Saudi low-cost carrier Flyadeal commenced scheduled direct flights between Damascus International Airport (DAM) and Medina Airport (MED) on 1 November 2026, expanding affordable connectivity for Umrah pilgrims and family visits alongside its existing Jeddah and Riyadh routes.
SalamAir launches Muscat–Damascus flights; confirmed on airport board
Damascus International Airport now lists SalamAir flights OV375 and OV376 between Muscat International Airport (MCT) and Damascus (DAM) as the Omani carrier begins twice-weekly service on Wednesdays and Saturdays following its agreement with the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority.
Syrian Air names Munich as its next German destination
Syria’s civil aviation chief announced direct, regular Syrian Air flights between Damascus and Munich beginning 12 November 2026. Syrian Air’s booking system now lists the route from that date as RB290 with selectable inventory.
Civil aviation authorities reported that technical and infrastructural rehabilitation at Qamishli International Airport has passed 80% completion, covering the passenger terminal, safety installations, and air navigation readiness.
ICAO cancels 13-year circular warning on Syrian airspace
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has formally notified member states of the cancellation of its 2013 circular warning regarding civil aircraft safety in the Damascus Flight Information Region (Damascus FIR). Syrian civil aviation head Omar Al-Housari announced the milestone, confirming that the long-standing international advisory reference is no longer in effect.
Syrian Air announces direct flights to Berlin from 10 November
Syrian Air’s official announcement says direct service to Berlin will start on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Its public booking flow also lists RB280 between Damascus and Berlin with selectable dates and fares.
Radar service suspended; procedural air-traffic service in use
A current Syrian aeronautical notice says radar service in the Damascus Flight Information Region is suspended because of radar failure and procedural air-traffic service is being provided.
SalamAir announces Muscat–Damascus launch for 28 October
SalamAir’s official 22 October release says direct Muscat–Damascus service will start on 28 October 2026 and is available through its website, mobile app, and approved travel agencies.
SunExpress announces Antalya and İzmir flights to Damascus
SunExpress has announced direct Antalya–Damascus flights from 12 November 2026 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, plus İzmir–Damascus flights from 13 November on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Published schedules identify XQ204/XQ205 for Antalya and XQ816/XQ817 for İzmir.
ADS-B Out equipment mandate announced for Syrian airspace
Syria’s aeronautical information service has published an ADS-B Out equipage mandate effective 1 December 2026 for aircraft operating in the applicable Syrian airspace.
Damascus Airport board lists flynas scheduled flights to Riyadh resuming from 20 October
Following consecutive cancellation notices through 19 October, official flight status boards at Damascus International Airport indicate scheduled flynas flights to Riyadh (RUH) resuming on 20 October 2026.
LEAV Aviation announces winter schedule with direct Munich & Cologne–Damascus flights
LEAV Aviation is launching weekly non-stop flights from Munich (MUC) to Damascus starting 1 December 2026, alongside weekly direct services from Cologne/Bonn (CGN) to Damascus launching 5 December 2026 using Airbus A320 aircraft.
Aleppo Airport board adds direct flights to Bucharest and Jeddah
Aleppo International Airport’s official board now lists direct scheduled passenger flights for Dan Air to Bucharest (DN 551/552) and flynas to Jeddah (XY 559/560).
Damascus–Riyadh flynas cancellations extended through 19 October
Damascus Airport’s official board marks flynas flights between Damascus and Riyadh on 18 and 19 October as cancelled. Scheduled flights currently re-appear starting from 20 October.
Damascus–Riyadh flynas flights remain cancelled through 17 October
Damascus Airport’s official board marks all listed flynas flights between Damascus and Riyadh on 15–17 October as cancelled. The board shows flynas flights scheduled again from 18 October.
Berlin–Aleppo remains absent from Sundair’s current timetable
A July civil-aviation announcement said Sundair would start Berlin–Aleppo flights on 1 October, but the airline’s current summer and winter timetables list Berlin–Damascus and do not list Aleppo.
Aviation authority warns that circulating new-route reports are not approved
Syria’s Civil Aviation and Air Transport Authority said circulating reports about new Syria flights and destinations were not based on approved official information. It said only the authority announces airline approvals, destinations, and adopted start dates.
Direct Aleppo–Moscow flights announced for 18 November
Syrian Air’s current booking inventory identifies Sheremetyevo (SVO) for the Aleppo–Moscow service, with RB441/RB442 scheduled weekly on Wednesdays from 18 November 2026.
Palmyra military airport to be converted for civil aviation
The civil aviation authority announced a project to convert Palmyra Airport into an international civil airport intended for charter and scheduled passenger flights. The authority estimates that conversion work will take roughly six months to one year.
Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation authority extended the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport while safety checks and operational-readiness work continue.
A new bus service operates between Baramkeh transport station and Damascus International Airport in both directions. Published departures from Baramkeh are 06:00, hourly from 07:00 through 14:00, then 16:00, 19:00, 22:00, 01:00, and 04:00.
Civil aviation authority reports progress on airspace assessment
The Syrian civil aviation authority said the latest European assessment lowered the reported risk for higher-altitude overflights and allows specified airspace sections to be used under approved technical requirements. It also said two Asian airlines were preparing to use Syrian airspace by the end of October.
Air Cairo files Cairo and Hurghada flights to Damascus for November and December
Air Cairo schedule filings list six-weekly Airbus A320 flights between Cairo (CAI) and Damascus (DAM) as SM241/SM242 from 16 November 2026—increasing to daily from 6 December—alongside twice-weekly Hurghada (HRG)–Damascus flights as SM243/SM244 on Wednesdays and Sundays from 2 December 2026.
AEGEAN will launch direct Athens–Damascus service on 2 December 2026, operating up to four times weekly throughout the winter on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Damascus International Airport recorded 2,022 flights and 229,693 passengers in September, served by 17 operating airlines. Syrian airspace also recorded 19,951 overflights during the month.
Syrian Airlines unveils new identity and digital roadmap
Syrian Airlines has begun its fleet modernization program with the delivery of its first two Airbus A320s registered in the Syrian Civil Aircraft Registry: YK-AKI (A320-214) and YK-AKJ (A320-232), the latter sporting the new dark green and gold livery. Both aircraft feature 156 seats in a two-class cabin (12 Business / 144 Economy). The carrier has also announced upgraded digital booking tools and a new reservation system.
EASA now recommends that covered operators avoid western Syrian airspace at all levels, avoid the remainder of the Damascus FIR below FL260, and exercise caution at or above FL260. The revised bulletin is valid through 30 November 2026 unless reviewed earlier.
Technical teams have started work on Latakia International Airport’s buildings, facilities, and equipment as the airport moves into the implementation phase of its rehabilitation.
A SalamAir delegation inspected Damascus International Airport and reviewed the operational and technical requirements for potential flights between Syria and Oman.
Fly Dar says its first phase will focus on regional and European markets, with domestic flights possible later. The company also plans to recruit Syrian pilots, engineers, maintenance technicians, and new graduates.
Damascus and Aleppo navigation systems enter service
Calibration and flight testing of ILS/DME and DVOR/DME equipment were completed at Damascus and Aleppo airports. The systems support round-the-clock operations and improve reliability in low visibility and difficult weather.
Syria’s civil aviation authority awarded Fly Dar an Air Operator Certificate, clearing the private Syrian carrier to begin operations under the national regulatory framework.
Initial rehabilitation has begun to convert Mezzeh Air Base into a limited civil airport for private and business aviation, including debris removal and work on air-navigation infrastructure.
Syria approved L602 through its eastern airspace near Deir ez-Zor for Gulf–Europe overflights. Civil aviation recorded 2,188 transit flights through the evening of 18 September.
Syrian Airlines receives first two aircraft in fleet upgrade
Syrian Airlines has received the first two of eight Airbus A320-family aircraft, and both are now on Syria’s national aircraft register. Each has 156 seats, including 12 business-class seats.
This directory shows carriers with at least one active route. Pre-launch announcements are listed separately.
20operating carriers
Fly Cham
Syria / UAE · Damascus & Aleppo
15 routes
Successor to Cham Wings Airlines. Syrian-Emirati joint venture launched in June 2025, with verified passenger routes to the UAE, Kuwait, Iraq, Oman, Libya, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye, plus an announced Düsseldorf service. Routes without current operating evidence are withheld from the active directory.
Syria's national flag carrier operating verified domestic and international routes. Its fleet-renewal program received the first two of eight Airbus A320-family aircraft on 29 August 2026; both are being prepared before passenger service.
German carrier based at Cologne Bonn Airport operating verified direct flights to Aleppo, Damascus, and Deir ez-Zor, with winter 2026/27 non-stop services connecting Munich and Cologne to Damascus.
Saudi low-cost carrier with verified routes connecting Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam to Damascus and Aleppo, plus direct Medina–Damascus flights announced from 19 November 2026.
Joint venture between Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa operating direct scheduled flights from Antalya and Izmir to Aleppo and Damascus (Antalya–Damascus launched 12 November 2026; Izmir–Damascus launched 13 November 2026).
Book via sunexpress.com. From 12 November 2026, passengers departing Damascus International Airport must collect a printed paper boarding pass at the physical check-in counter (even after online check-in); arrive at least 3 hours before departure.
Omani low-cost carrier operating direct Muscat–Damascus flights launched on 28 October 2026 and confirmed on Damascus International Airport’s official board (OV375/OV376).
Operating airports appear first. Airports under rehabilitation are separated so they are not mistaken for bookable gateways.
3operating airports
DAM
Damascus International Airport
Damascus, Syria
Fully Operational
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Syria's primary international gateway, receiving the majority of international traffic. Located 20km southeast of Damascus city center. Its ILS/DME was calibrated and flight-tested to CAT II on 19 September 2026 and is operating without restrictions.
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Carriers with active routes
Fly Cham · Syrian Air · Qatar Airways · flydubai · Air Arabia· +14 more
Operating international services to Gulf states, Jordan, Turkey, Europe, and other regional hubs. Use the airport destination board for the currently published network.
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Carriers with active routes
Fly Cham · Syrian Air · flydubai · Air Arabia · Air Arabia Abu Dhabi· +9 more
2 airports under rehabilitation — no scheduled passenger service
LTK
Latakia International Airport
Latakia, Syria
Rehabilitation Underway
Located near the Mediterranean coast in Jableh/Latakia. Technical teams began rehabilitating the airport’s buildings, facilities, and equipment on 28 September 2026. It remains closed to scheduled passenger service, with no reopening date set.
For coastal travel, fly into Damascus (DAM) or Aleppo (ALP) and book airport taxi transfer.
KAC
Qamishli Airport
Qamishli, Syria
Final Rehabilitation Stage
Northeastern Syria airport. Rehabilitation reached its final stages on 8 September 2026, with work surpassing 80% completion and aviation safety, security, and air navigation installations undergoing readiness tests. No official commercial reopening date has been announced.
Entry rules vary by passport, residence status, and arrival point. On 13 November 2026, the Syrian Foreign Ministry (via SANA) and the General Authority for Borders and Customs (via Verify) announced that Syria lifted the temporary 12 November prior-approval requirement for U.S. and U.K. citizens, restoring previous entry procedures, while procedures for other countries remain unchanged (with European and Gulf nationals obtaining visas on arrival and Egypt, Tunisia, China, Russia, and selected nationalities requiring Interior Ministry prior approval). Check your case in the 3balad visa tool and confirm with the airline before travel.
Use the same valid travel document for booking, entry approval, and check-in, and keep a copy of any approval available offline.
Rules can change by nationality and arrival point; recheck close to departure rather than relying on an old approval or screenshot.
Do not rely on an unverified e-visa link or social-media agent.
International-card acceptance has begun at participating merchants, but the rollout is phased. Do not rely on foreign cards or ATMs as your only payment method.
Carry backup cash in clean, undamaged USD or EUR banknotes and divide it securely.
Use licensed banks or exchange companies, request a receipt, and confirm the rate before exchanging.
Cash and customs declaration rules can change. Confirm the applicable limit with the airline or Syrian customs before departure.
A listed flight or open border does not mean a journey is considered safe. Route availability and security assessments are separate.
The U.S. State Department reissued its Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory for Syria on 23 October 2026; the level and risk indicators did not change, while the summary was updated for heightened attack risks.
Several governments advise against all travel to Syria. Read the advisory issued for your nationality and residence before booking.
Airport, airspace, and land-border operations can change with little notice; keep flexible plans and reconfirm every segment.
Check whether your travel insurance remains valid when an official advisory recommends against travel.
