Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Muscat is one hour ahead of Istanbul and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Choose from 29 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport flights. The 00:55 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available. Oman Air operates the latest service of the day at 22:40.
To ensure you catch your IST to MCT flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Muscat (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Oman!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between IST and MCT include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Currently, $138 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $282. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to MCT.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from IST to MCT.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 30 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Book a hotel close to MCT if you're taking a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Muscat's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Muscat International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is roughly 7 miles from central Muscat. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Muscat. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 84ºF and 100ºF. Lock in your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 61ºF and 77ºF. Look for cheap tickets from IST to MCT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Oman
You've seen Muscat, now it's time to discover other parts of Oman. Journey about 120 miles north-west to Sohar to tick off its leading attractions. From Sohar Fort to Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park, your itinerary will be busy.
As Suwayq is another well-known destination in Oman and is around 60 miles west of Muscat. No trip is complete without seeing Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.