SyrianAir Launches Direct Flights From Damascus to Copenhagen and Vienna
SyrianAir launched its first direct flight from Damascus International Airport to Copenhagen on the evening of Monday, September 21, 2026. Civil aviation authority head Omar Al-Hasri announced that the first Vienna flight departs Tuesday, September 22.
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Key points
- First direct Damascus–Copenhagen flight departed the evening of September 21, 2026
- First Vienna flight was scheduled for Tuesday, September 22
- SyrianAir now serves Amsterdam, Vienna and Copenhagen in Europe
- Germany is the next destination to be announced, followed by work on France
- The airline apologized for a delayed Copenhagen return and covered passengers' costs
Resumption of Direct Damascus–Copenhagen Flights
On the evening of Monday, September 21, 2026, the first SyrianAir flight departed Damascus International Airport for the Danish capital Copenhagen, marking the resumption of regular direct services between the two capitals. For Syrian travelers, who for years have had to route through intermediate airports when flying to Europe, a direct connection shortens journey times and reduces the cost and complexity of travel to Scandinavia.
Vienna Joins SyrianAir's European Network
Omar Al-Hasri, head of the General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport, announced that the first flight to the Austrian capital Vienna would depart on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. With this addition, SyrianAir's core European destinations now number three: Amsterdam, Vienna and Copenhagen. Al-Hasri added that Germany will be the next destination to be announced soon, followed by work toward adding France, signaling a gradual expansion of the national carrier's European route map.
What This Means for Syrians at Home and Abroad
Syria's national carrier has historically been the country's main airline, and the restoration of direct links to European capitals matters both practically and symbolically. For the large Syrian diaspora in Europe — Denmark, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands and France host significant Syrian communities — direct flights make family visits, business travel and study trips far easier by removing connecting flights and their added costs. Travelers are advised to confirm their flight times with the airline before heading to the airport, as schedules can change for operational reasons.
Delayed Return Flight From Copenhagen
On September 22, SyrianAir apologized for the delayed departure of its scheduled flight from Copenhagen back to Damascus, citing sudden operational reasons connected to the aircraft's refueling due to the non-compliance of the contracted party responsible for fuel supply. The airline said it would cover accommodation, hospitality and all expenses for affected passengers until the new departure time, an arrangement aimed at easing the impact of the delay on travelers waiting to return to Damascus.
Frequently asked questions
When did the first direct flight from Damascus to Copenhagen launch?
The first SyrianAir direct flight from Damascus International Airport to Copenhagen departed on the evening of Monday, September 21, 2026. The flight marked the resumption of regular direct services between the Syrian and Danish capitals, according to the airline and Syria's civil aviation authority.
What European destinations does SyrianAir currently serve?
According to civil aviation authority head Omar Al-Hasri, SyrianAir now serves three core European destinations: Amsterdam, Vienna and Copenhagen. Germany will be the next destination to be announced soon, followed by work toward adding France to the network.
When do SyrianAir flights to Vienna start?
The first SyrianAir flight to Vienna, Austria, was scheduled to depart on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, according to the officially announced schedule. Passengers are advised to confirm their flight times with the airline before traveling to the airport.
Why was the Copenhagen to Damascus return flight delayed?
SyrianAir apologized on September 22 for the delay, citing sudden operational reasons linked to aircraft refueling caused by the non-compliance of the contracted fuel supplier. The airline said it would cover accommodation, hospitality and all expenses for passengers until the new departure time.
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