Traveling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Algiers.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ALG to MCT flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ALG and MCT include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
$154 is the lowest price for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $300. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ALG to MCT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ALG to MCT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Central Algiers to Houari Boumediene Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALG:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Book a hotel close to MCT if you're catching a late Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Muscat and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Muscat International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Muscat in April.
When booking your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with the temperature ranging from 84ºF to 100ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALG to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 61ºF and 77ºF then.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many cities in Oman waiting to be explored once you've seen Muscat. Around 120 miles away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
As Suwayq is another essential stop in Oman and is around 60 miles west of Muscat. No journey is complete without visiting Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.