Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is four hours behind Muscat and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MCT to EDI flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MCT and EDI:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, Rs49,501 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs105,350. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from MCT to EDI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MCT to EDI.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MCT touch down on schedule 85.46% of the time.
To reach Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it takes about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MCT:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Follow your own route with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are highlights.
