Port of Salalah, Oman
The Port of Salalah is a major container transhipment hub on the Arabian Sea at Raysut, about 15 km south-west of central Salalah in Dhofar governorate. Its container terminal has operated since 1998.
Where is the Port of Salalah?
| Location | Raysut, Salalah wilayat, Dhofar governorate |
|---|---|
| Approx. coordinates | 16.94° N, 54.00° E |
| Sea | Arabian Sea (Indian Ocean), outside the Strait of Hormuz |
| From Salalah city centre | About 15 km south-west |
| From Muscat | About 1,000 km by road; about 860 km in a straight line |
| Nearest airport | Salalah International (SLL) |
About the port
The port is run by Salalah Port Services, with the container terminal operated by APM Terminals. Its main business is transhipment: large container ships on Asia–Europe, Middle East and East Africa routes exchange boxes here without entering the Gulf. An expansion completed in 2025 raised the container terminal's capacity to about 6.5 million TEU a year, according to APM Terminals.
A separate general-cargo terminal handles bulk and break-bulk cargo — Dhofar is a major exporter of gypsum and limestone — and the port receives cruise-ship calls, mainly in the cooler months. The Salalah Free Zone lies next to the port.
Nearby
For the city, the khareef season and the frankincense sites see the Salalah map page. Mughsail beach is about 30 km further west along the coast.
Practical notes
- Commercial port areas are secure zones; access is for authorised staff, drivers and visitors with permits only.
- Coordinates on this page are approximate (from OpenStreetMap) and intended for orientation, not navigation or shipping use.
- For current terminal information, tariffs and schedules, use the port operator's official channels.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Salalah port?
At Raysut on the Arabian Sea, about 15 km south-west of central Salalah, at approximately 16.94° N, 54.00° E.
Who operates the Port of Salalah?
Salalah Port Services, with APM Terminals operating the container terminal.
What is the closest major port to Salalah?
Within Oman, the Port of Duqm, roughly 470 km to the north-east in a straight line. Across the border, Nishtun in Yemen is closer but is a much smaller port.
Do cruise ships stop at Salalah?
Yes, cruise ships call at the Port of Salalah, mostly between autumn and spring. Passengers usually transfer into the city by coach or taxi.