Salalah travel guide

Salalah Tourism | Salalah Guide

You're Going to Love Salalah

With a population of 163,140, Salalah is the largest city in Zufar, Oman by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Salalah has to offer.

When to visit Salalah

Salalah in May
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salalah in May
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Salalah in June, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 64.4 °F, with an average temperature of 71.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Salalah, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Salalah

Plane

When flying to Salalah, you’ll arrive at Salalah (SLL), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Salalah from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 27h 10m.

Plane

When flying to Salalah, you’ll arrive at Salalah (SLL), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Salalah from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 27h 10m.

Airports near Salalah

Airlines serving Salalah

Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (532 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,574 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (195 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (953 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,761 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (261 reviews)
flydubai
Good (74 reviews)
Air Arabia
Excellent (32 reviews)
Air India Express
Good (3 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (66 reviews)
Jazeera Airways
Good (10 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salalah

From 5-star hotels such as the Fanar Hotel & Residences to great affordable options like the Muscat International Hotel Plaza, Salalah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $50 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $118 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salalah

Most booked hotels in Salalah

Salalah Gardens Hotel Managed by Safir Hotels & Resorts
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2287 reviews)
$77+
Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1268 reviews)
$130+
Fanar Hotel & Residences
5 stars
Good (7.8, 1763 reviews)
$118+
Millennium Resort Salalah
5 stars
Good (7.6, 2513 reviews)
$81+
Salalah Rotana Resort
5 stars
Good (7.3, 1780 reviews)
$128+
Beach Resort Salalah
3 stars
Good (7.3, 409 reviews)
$55+

Renting a car in Salalah

Renting a car in Salalah costs $36 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Salalah.

Expect to pay $2.35 per gallon in Salalah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $28.16 and $37.55. The most frequently booked car type in Salalah is Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Salalah costs $36 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Salalah.

Expect to pay $2.35 per gallon in Salalah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $28.16 and $37.55. The most frequently booked car type in Salalah is Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.