Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
6 hours 37 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport. Muscat is 3 hours ahead of Zurich and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
For the earliest departure, take the 01:15 flight from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport. If you prefer to jet off later, the latest flight is at 22:30. With 2 flights every week from ZRH to MCT, you can pick the one that's best for you.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Oman Air is your ticket to exploring Muscat (and perhaps some other great parts of Oman!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Before booking your cheap ticket from ZRH to MCT, check if you need a visa to enter Oman. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 35 minutes.
After a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
More about Muscat
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Muscat right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from ZRH to MCT:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Al Ansab Natural Reserve, Airport Heights Trail and Falaj Al Sham Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Muscat itinerary.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Complete your Muscat trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Muscat International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Muscat.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport is $220. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $461. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 5 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from ZRH to MCT.
The cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Muscat in April.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Muscat International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29 ºC to 38 ºC.
Search for flight tickets from ZRH to MCT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16 ºC and 25 ºC on average.