Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is eight hours ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your EWR to MCT flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between EWR and MCT include:
Zurich Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Currently, $841 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,513. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EWR to MCT if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EWR to MCT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of all flights departing from Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% touch down on time at their destination.
Newark Liberty International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EWR:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Muscat and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat International Airport, Muscat is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Muscat in April.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Oman
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