Travelling from Dubai to Muscat International Airport (MCT): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when searching for a flight from Dubai to Muscat International Airport (MCT).
1 hour 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Dubai to Muscat International Airport flight.
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which is the same as Dubai. Muscat International Airport is located in Muscat.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Muscat International Airport (MCT) is the most popular route. There are 79 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Oman Air at 10:45pm. Choose the first DXB to MCT departure with Emirates at 2:15am if you'd rather get a move on.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to MCT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Go straight to your destination from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Muscat International Airport (MCT) are available from here.
At DXB, you'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Dubai to Muscat International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with flydubai between DXB and MCT.
Among carriers operating on this route, Oman Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
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74.31% of flights that take off from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to MCT flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of flights leaving Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Muscat International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near MCT and turn out the lights sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and find adventure across Muscat and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Muscat International Airport flight.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Central Muscat is around 10 kilometres from Muscat International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Muscat International Airport is ج.م. 3,157. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 5,633. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to MCT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Muscat International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Dubai to Muscat International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Muscat International Airport (MCT). Plan your visit to Muscat in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Dubai to MCT flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 38ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Muscat International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Muscat
After booking your flight from Dubai to Muscat International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Muscat:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Muscat when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Beach followed by Wadi Shabib and Sheikh Khalili Mosque.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Oman you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Muscat, a trip to Sohar will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Sohar Fort, Al-Ruheili Mosque and Sultan Qaboos Grand Masjid Suhar.
Around 88 kilometres west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another favourite stop in Oman. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق, As Suwayq Castle and Wall Almanawrah.
