Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Muscat is two hours behind Almaty and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ALA to MCT flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Muscat (and then discovering more of Oman!) is a breeze with SalamAir. This popular carrier has direct flights from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport.
SalamAir is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ALA and MCT:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
$104 is the best price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Return flights start at $242. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ALA to MCT.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALA to MCT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Almaty to Almaty Airport is around 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ALA? If you're catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Reserve a hotel near MCT if you're taking a late Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and discover more of Muscat and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Muscat International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to the center of Muscat has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Muscat. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with the temperature ranging between 84ºF and 100ºF. Lock in your flights from Almaty Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ALA to MCT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 61ºF and 77ºF on average.
Explore more of Oman
You've seen Muscat, now it's time to explore other parts of Oman. Journey about 120 miles north-west to Sohar to check off its leading sights. From Sohar Fort to Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park, your itinerary will be busy.
As Suwayq is another favorite destination in Oman and is around 60 miles west of Muscat. No trip is complete without a visit to Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.