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Salalah travel guide

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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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Salalah has to offer.

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When to visit Salalah

Salalah in April
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salalah in April
Estimated hotel price
$60
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 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Salalah from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 30h 55m.

Plane

When flying to Salalah, you’ll arrive at Salalah (SLL), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Salalah from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 30h 55m.

Airports near Salalah

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Airlines serving Salalah

British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,365 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,515 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (320 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (438 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,053 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,914 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (247 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (624 reviews)
Air Arabia
Good (55 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (474 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,169 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salalah

Average rates range from around $44 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $133 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salalah

Most booked hotels in Salalah

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Salalah Gardens Hotel Managed by Safir Hotels & Resorts
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2895 reviews)
$72+
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Fanar Hotel & Residences
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2285 reviews)
$119+
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Salalah Rotana Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1995 reviews)
$114+
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Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1789 reviews)
$144+
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Millennium Resort Salalah
5 stars
Excellent (8, 2814 reviews)
$96+
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Renting a car in Salalah

Renting a car in Salalah costs $37 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% 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. Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salalah, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salalah costs $37 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% 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. Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salalah, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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