Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is two hours behind Muscat, where Muscat International Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MCT to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from MCT to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Muscat, MCT can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Muscat International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that depart MCT reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg flight is $514. The cheapest price for a return flight is $973. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MCT to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MCT to Johannesburg can help you get the best possible rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MCT to Johannesburg flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Johannesburg in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Johannesburg to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.