Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
A direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 11 minutes. Muscat's timezone is UTC+4 — the same as Abu Dhabi.
There are 674 flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport every week. Hop on the 02:05 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from AUH to MCT departs at 23:30.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Etihad Airways is your gateway to exploring Muscat (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Oman!). Choose from the direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the AUH - MCT route are:
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Oman. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before organising your cheap ticket from AUH to MCT, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport is Rs7,664. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs16,120. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from AUH to MCT, reserve your trip 10 months before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AUH? If you're on an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to central Muscat takes around 10 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 51 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Muscat in April.
Book your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Muscat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 38ºC.
Search for cheap flights from AUH to MCT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Muscat
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Muscat right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from AUH to MCT:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Al Ansab Natural Reserve, Airport Heights Trail and Falaj Al Sham Park are leading attractions which should feature on any good Muscat itinerary.
Complete your Muscat trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Muscat International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Muscat.