Traveling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport.
Chittagong's timezone is UTC+6, making Chittagong two hours ahead of Muscat.
Choose from 36 weekly Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flights. The 01:05 departure with SalamAir is the earliest flight you can take. Biman Bangladesh Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 02:30.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MCT to CGP flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport. When you're ready to start your Chittagong vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Bangladesh:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that operates MCT to CGP flights is Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Its services land as planned 72.73% of the time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MCT and CGP:
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flight is $119. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $172. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCT to CGP.
The cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCT to CGP.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MCT land at their destination as scheduled 85.46% of the time.
Central Muscat to Muscat International Airport is around 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MCT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
After your Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flight has touched down, kick back at a nearby hotel. Hotel Agrabad is a comfortable option that's not too far from CGP.
Getting from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to central Chittagong
Shah Amanat International Airport to central Chittagong has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 20 miles away.
When to fly to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
August is the busiest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chittagong in April.
Before locking in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chittagong, with temperatures ranging from 75ºF to 91ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCT to CGP in January. Temperatures average between 59ºF and 79ºF then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is just one of the many cities in Bangladesh waiting to be explored once you've seen Chittagong. Around 140 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include National Parliament House, Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Bangladesh, head for Khulna, about 150 miles west of Chittagong. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are key reasons to visit.