# Syria-Germany aviation and economic normalization

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/syria-germany-aviation-and-economic-normalization
> Updated: 2026-08-14T23:55:41.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Syria and Germany have established a new framework for bilateral aviation and economic cooperation. In July 2026, the two nations signed an air transport agreement in Damascus and formed a joint economic committee to address reconstruction, investment, energy, and refugee matters.

Following this agreement, direct flights between Berlin and Damascus resumed for the first time in approximately 14 years. As of August 15, 2026, Sundair has restored this service, operating twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays using Airbus A320 aircraft. This route aims to support the Syrian community in Germany and facilitate economic and humanitarian links, serving as an indicator of European airlines returning to the Syrian market.

Simultaneously, Syrian Air has restarted regular direct flights between Damascus and Moscow after an 18-month suspension. Beginning August 16, 2026, these weekly Sunday flights saw high initial demand, with the inaugural flight reported to be fully booked. 

These developments are part of a broader effort by the Syrian General Authority for Civil Aviation and Air Transport to rebuild the country’s international network. Omar al-Hosari, head of the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority, stated that these efforts are part of a comprehensive plan to “reintegrate Syria into the regional and international aviation landscape and to restore confidence in the country's aviation sector.” Further expansion is planned for September 1, 2026, with LEAV Aviation scheduled to begin regular services between Cologne and Deir ez-Zor.

## Claims

- Syrian Air resumed regular direct flights between Damascus and Moscow on August 16, 2026. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Sundair launched direct flights between Berlin and Damascus on August 15, 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The Syrian Civil Aviation Authority is working to expand the country's international flight network. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The first flight from Damascus to Moscow was fully booked. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Berlin-Damascus route operates twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- LEAV Aviation will begin flights between Cologne and Deir ez-Zor on September 1, 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-14: Syria restores international air links with new Moscow and Berlin routes

Syria is restoring international air links, including the resumption of direct Damascus-Moscow flights and the launch of new Berlin-Damascus services by Sundair, marking a significant return to global aviation.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berlin-and-damascus-resume-direct-flights-after-14-years

### 2026-07-17: Syria and Germany Sign Air Transport Deal and Form Joint Economic Committee

Syria and Germany signed an air transport pact and set up a joint economic committee to revive direct flights, aid reconstruction and support Syrian diaspora travel.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/syria-and-germany-sign-air-transport-deal-and-form-joint-economic-committee

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