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
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″.
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 17h.
Airports near Salalah
Airlines serving Salalah
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 $46 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $111 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Salalah
Most booked hotels in Salalah
Renting a car in Salalah
Renting a car in Salalah costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 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, 8% 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 Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.