Flying from London to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can take off on adventures. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Muscat International Airport (MCT). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The average duration of a direct flight from London to Muscat International Airport is 7 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is 4 hours ahead of London. Muscat International Airport is located in Muscat.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Muscat International Airport (MCT) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Oman Air at 20:50. Go for the first LHR to MCT departure with Oman Air at 20:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to MCT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Get to your destination in one go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Muscat International Airport (MCT) operate from here.
Oman Air is a popular airline that offers direct flights from London to Muscat International Airport leaving from LHR.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from London to MCT. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The distance from central London to LHR is roughly 31 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Planning to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can book a direct flight from London to Muscat International Airport (MCT) out of this busy hub.
From LGW, direct flights from London to MCT are available with Oman Air.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Muscat International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and MCT:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to MCT:
About Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Muscat International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Muscat. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Muscat International Airport is R 2,029. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,703. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from London to MCT by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Muscat International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London to Muscat International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Muscat. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before you book a flight from London to MCT, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 38ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Muscat International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Muscat
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Muscat right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from London to Muscat International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Al Ansab Natural Reserve, Airport Heights Trail and Falaj Al Sham Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Muscat itinerary.
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