Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Hyderabad one hour 30 minutes ahead of Muscat.
Each week, there are 100 Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, take the 01:30 Oman Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:20 with SalamAir.
Your MCT to HYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, so jetting off to Hyderabad (and then seeing more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MCT to HYD flights, with 88.52% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MCT and HYD include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Mopa Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight is R 1,629. A return plane ticket right now is R 3,106. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from MCT to HYD, reserve your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MCT land on schedule 85.46% of the time.
To reach Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it takes around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MCT:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HYD instead:
Pick up a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Hyderabad and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Hyderabad. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Hyderabad. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Muscat International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for May if you'd like to explore Hyderabad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCT to HYD in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Hyderabad, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 418 kilometres north to Nagpur to check off its leading sights. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in India, head for Nowrangapur, about 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir are the start of reasons to visit.