Flying from Amman to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is Amman's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport (MCT) jetting off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 24 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is 2 hours ahead of Amman. Muscat International Airport is located in Muscat.
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Muscat International Airport (MCT) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Oman Air at 18:25. Choose the first AMM to MCT departure with Oman Air at 02:25 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Amman to MCT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Amman to Muscat International Airport (MCT) operate out of this terminal.
If you plan to leave from AMM, you can catch a direct flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport with Oman Air.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Amman to MCT leaving from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
AMM is about 40 kilometres from central Amman. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 43 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Queen Alia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Reserve a hotel close to MCT if you're taking a late flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to central Muscat takes about 10 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
For a one-way ticket from Amman to Muscat International Airport, C$253 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from C$453. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Amman to MCT.
The cheapest month for tickets from Amman to Muscat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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Customize your trip with filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Amman to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Muscat, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Amman to MCT in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 25ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Amman to Muscat International Airport.
More about Muscat
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Muscat right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Al Ansab Natural Reserve, Airport Heights Trail and Falaj Al Sham Park are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Muscat itinerary.
Complete your Muscat trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Amman to Muscat International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Muscat. Check out the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
