Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Muscat one hour ahead of Doha.
Every week, there are 74 Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, opt for the 00:10 Qatar Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:45 with Oman Air.
Your DOH to MCT flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport, so jetting to Muscat (and then seeing more parts of Oman!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is SalamAir.
Oman Air leads the way as the most punctual carrier for DOH to MCT flights, with 94.26% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between DOH and MCT:
Bahrain International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is ر.ق. 305. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 624. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from DOH to MCT, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from DOH make it to their destination as scheduled 83.59% of the time.
Hamad International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DOH? If you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're coming in on a late Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Muscat's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat International Airport, Muscat is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Muscat in April.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DOH to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Oman
You've seen Muscat, now it's time to discover other corners of Oman. Journey about 193 kilometres north-west to Sohar to check off its leading attractions. From Sohar Fort to Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Oman, consider As Suwayq, roughly 97 kilometres west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are among its highlights.
