Syria Restores Direct Flights to Russia for the First Time Since Assad's Ouster

Syrian Airlines will resume direct passenger flights between Damascus and Moscow later this month, restoring regular air service between the two countries for the first time since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government. According to the airline's published schedule, nonstop flights will begin on August 16 and operate once a week, every Sunday. Aircraft will arrive at Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport after a flight lasting approximately four hours and 50 minutes. Weekly Moscow-Damascus Service Begins in August Economy-class tickets are available from around $350 (approximately 28,000 rubles). At present, passengers can purchase tickets only through the airline's official website or mobile application, as the flights have not yet appeared on major travel booking platforms.