Flying from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Muscat Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Cairo.
Flights from CAI to MCT start from 00:45 — the earliest with Oman Air. The last departure is at 18:50 with Oman Air. In total, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport flights.
Your CAI to MCT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport 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 during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Muscat holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Oman:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Oman Air on this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier operating CAI to MCT flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CAI and MCT include:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Muscat Airport (MCT)
At the moment, ج.م. 7,342 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 14,582. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from CAI to MCT by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to MCT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of all flights leaving Cairo Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
Cairo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CAI:
Arriving at Muscat Airport (MCT)
Book a hotel close to MCT if you're taking a late Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Muscat Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Muscat and beyond.
Booking your ride from Muscat Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Muscat Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat Airport, Muscat is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Muscat Airport (MCT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Muscat in May.
When reserving your flight from Cairo Airport to Muscat Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 38ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
