Syria is slowly opening its doors to travelers again, with June 2025 is poised to bring exciting changes for travelers visiting Syria. If you’re considering a trip to Syria, this June 2025 travel update has all the essential information you need to plan your adventure.With several air routes back in operation, easier border crossings, and new airlines joining the scene, getting to Syria has never been simpler. Whether you’re hopping on a flight or driving in, exploring this beautiful country is more accessible than it has been in a long time. Don’t wait any longer, book your Syria tour today and start your adventure!
Great news for travelers! The Al Qaim–Al Bukamal land crossing between Iraq and Syria has officially reopened for tourists and travelers. As of June 14, this border crossing is now open for both trade and passenger traffic, making it easier than ever to journey between the two countries.The Iraqi border crossings authority announced that the first Syrian truck successfully crossed the border after inspection, highlighting a significant step towards strengthening economic ties between Iraq and Syria. This reopening is also a positive sign of improving relations between Baghdad and Syria’s new leadership. It’s an exciting time for those looking to explore the region!Additionally, the main crossing into Jordan via Jaber/Nasib is fully operational for both tourism and transit.
On the Lebanese side, the Yabous and Al Arida border crossings are open, facilitating easier passage for both pedestrians and private vehicles. This is great news for Lebanese visitors and tourists from nearby areas looking to explore Syria.
In addition, it’s worth noting that over 44,000 Syrian people have voluntarily returned home through these crossings, highlighting the ongoing movement and connection between the two countries. Whether you’re visiting for leisure or reconnecting with family, these crossings are facilitating travel like never before!
On June 15, 2025, a significant milestone in air travel was reached when Romanian private airline Dan Air landed in Damascus from Bucharest, marking the first direct commercial flight from the European Union to Syria’s capital in over a decade.
The inaugural flight was celebrated with a special ceremony at the Official Lounge of “Henri Coandă” International Airport, attended by the Syrian Ambassador to Bucharest and the Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry, Mohammad Nidal al Shaar.
This historic flight is particularly noteworthy as it’s the first European commercial flight to touch down at Damascus International Airport since the civil war began in 2011. Dan Air will operate the Bucharest-Damascus route four times a week, using a comfortable 180-seat Airbus A320. This development opens up new opportunities for travel and connection between Europe and Syria!
Flydubai, the UAE’s budget airline, has officially resumed flights to Damascus as of June 1, 2025, marking a significant return after a 12-year break. Initially, the airline offered one daily flight from Dubai’s Terminal 2, but by July 1, they ramped up to two flights a day, totaling around 14 flights each week by early July. This revival comes just in time for the summer travel rush, making it easier for people to connect with Syria.
In a positive turn of events, the US and EU have lifted economic sanctions on Syria this month, which is expected to encourage more airlines to operate in the region. This change will greatly benefit Syrians living abroad who have faced challenges in returning to their beloved Syria.
The return of Flydubai, along with the earlier resumption of services by Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, is a promising sign for air travel in Syria, helping to strengthen connections for those wanting to visit their homeland.
Syria is maintaining its flexible visa policy, making it easier for travelers to visit. Here’s a quick breakdown:
These policies aim to enhance accessibility and encourage more visitors to explore Syria.You can read in detail about the Syria Visa on Arrival New prices.
The popular private Syrian airline Cham Wings has recently rebranded itself as “Fly Cham” (also known as Fly Sham) to reflect a fresh, modern image and to highlight new investments in aviation backed by the UAE. This rebranding was officially launched in June 2025.
On June 11, 2025, Fly Sham Airlines celebrated its inaugural flight from Damascus International Airport to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This marks an exciting new chapter for the airline and offers travelers more options for connecting between Syria and the UAE. With this new identity, Fly Cham is poised to enhance its services and expand its reach in the aviation market!
As of June 2025, Syrian Air, the national airline, has resumed flights to Istanbul, marking a significant reconnection with Turkey’s aviation network.
Travelers can now enjoy four weekly flights from Istanbul (Sabiha Gokcen) to Damascus and three weekly flights from Ankara (Esenboga) to Damascus. With these additions, travelers will have the ability to book any of the daily flights to Damascus from either Istanbul or Ankara, making it easier than ever to travel between Türkiye and Syria.
The return of direct flights to Damascus is expected to boost tourism and strengthen business relations between the two countries. Visitors can now explore Syria’s rich historical sites, such as the stunning Umayyad Mosque, the bustling Al-Hamidiyah Souk, and the ancient city of Palmyra, with much greater ease. It’s an exciting time for travelers looking to discover the beauty and history of Syria! With these updates in mind, now is a great time to plan your journey to Syria and experience its rich culture and history.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore Syria with greater ease and affordability!
Moreover, you can explore our Syria Tours and even create a personalized itinerary that aligns with your specific preferences.
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Josh Lulu was our tour guide in Damascus in October 2022 and she was the best guide we could‘ve hopefully for! We had a tight schedule so we asked to see as much as possible, which she happily obliged to. She has a very interesting background, knowing every last bit of the city, its culture, history and food! She speaks multiple languages, including Japanese (!) and was just a fantastic guide to have. 10/10 would recommend. Samantha Echeverria An extraordinary and humbling experience. From start to finish the whole experience was an adventure, learning of the Syrians deep history gives a great insight to their collective strength and dedication to their culture. To walk the same footsteps as mentioned in the Bible and Quran is profound and indescribable. Overall I was incredibly humbled by my experience in Syria. Thank you again for the experience of a lifetime, and I look forward to coming back to Syria soon 🤲🏼 Per Sommer Jeg rejste tre dage sammen med Tambi i det nordlige Syrien. Det var en uforglemmelig oplevelse. Sammen besøgte vi Homes, Krak de Chevaliers, Maloula, Aleppo, Arward Island og Apamea. Ikke bare er Tambi blevet en god ven, men han har også en kæmpe viden om de steder, som vi besøgte. Et af højdepunkterne var også at være på besøg hos Tambi i hans lejlighed og møde hans kone. Her fik vi te, kager og en god snak om oplevelserne under den lange krige. Jeg kan kun give Tambi mine varmeste anbefalinger. Marco Arenas I was in Syria a few years ago doing a little tour with Ayoub and the experience was amazing, Ayoub and his team were marvelous guides all around the country, making the most of the trip. Their service is amazing. I highly recommend Ayoub because he is reliable and well-organized. I am looking forward to coming back to Syria! Junaidi I recently had the pleasure of exploring Syria with Tambee as our tour guide, and I can't recommend him highly enough. Tambee’s deep knowledge of Syria's rich history and culture brought every site we visited to life. His passion for the country was evident in the way he shared stories and historical insights, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. Tambee’s professionalism and attentiveness were remarkable. He ensured our group felt safe and comfortable at all times, handling all logistics seamlessly. His ability to navigate the complexities of travel in Syria, combined with his warm and friendly demeanor, made our journey both smooth and memorable. What I really love is his knowledge of Islamic History. The way he told me the History of Islam while we are standing on the historical site itself just gave me goosebumps. He can make the history comes to life. In summary, Tambee is an exceptional tour guide whose expertise and dedication significantly enhanced our Syrian adventure. If you're planning a trip to Syria, do yourself a favor and contact Tambee. You won't be disappointed! Joel Lara Everything on the tour was amazing. Whatever you need to feel comfortable, they will go out of their way to make sure you feel okay. Tambi was our tour guide and I honestly would not have switched anything about it. He is one of the best tour guides I’ve ever met. Someone that is really passionate about sharing the past, present and future of Syria. You need to book your trip to Syria as soon as possible. There is so much history to be seen in this country. Do yourself a favor and don’t listen to what western media would say about this country. Saying it’s all about terrorism and dangerous, that’s a HUGE lie, go see for yourself how kind and loving those people in Syria are. As for the war in Israel, it feels really safe in Syria. You going there gives people hope for a better future. Visa costs depend on nationality. As a US citizen my Visa was pretty costly 220$. It was WORTH IT! Cymbie Lumbao Syria was definitely on our list of country to visit. It exceeded our expectations! Syrians are the most hospitable and warmest people we have ever met. The history is amazing! Tambee is our tour guide and Tayseer is our driver. They are the best! Tambee is very passionate about his country and their history. We felt really safe and well taken care of. We would definitely visit again. We went in for a tour of Syria and came out with a lifelong Syrian friends! 🙏🏽🇸🇾 thank you for a wonderful experience! Shukran! Rahul Mudumba Tambee was fantastic, and made sure I had an incredible trip! Filippo Volpato Tambee was the most exquisite guide we could have ever wanted. Always attentive, extremely knowledgeable and open to adjust the itinerary based on your interests (expect surprises for you!). Hopefully we will be back to this beautiful country, that Tambee made us fall in love with. Michael Van Arragon Ask for Tambee! There is so much to learn about the history and future of our shared humanity in this important and beautiful country. I travelled 10 days across a large part of Syria and wish I could've stayed. Tambee who emphasizes the "intangible" is a talented and enthusiastic story teller with an amazing personal connection to the people and culture. He will help you come away with a big picture appreciation of everything youre seeing and with a specialist's attention to detail; help you deepen your own sense of what is happening today in the region. These are some seriously friendly people- a visit to Syria like this one is so special.
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