Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to London: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to London and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 10 minutes.
London is 4 hours behind Muscat, where Muscat International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can choose from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCT to LHR is the 14:05 Oman Air service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 14:15 with Oman Air.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from MCT to London. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can reserve a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to London. Start your trip at MCT and end it at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Keep an eye out for offers from Oman Air. This carrier operates direct flights from Muscat International Airport to London.
We make it easy to plan a flight from MCT to London that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you hold a passport from Oman, you'll need an ETA to visit United Kingdom. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Muscat International Airport to London for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat, MCT can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to London, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Muscat International Airport to London is ر.ق. 565. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,229. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from MCT to London, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Muscat International Airport to London is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from MCT to London every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat International Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you're catching a late flight from Muscat International Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Muscat International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from MCT to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Muscat International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to London, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Muscat International Airport to London for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from MCT to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Muscat International Airport to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in London and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Muscat International Airport to London.
