Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Hyderabad.
Choose from 100 weekly Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport flights. The 03:55 departure with SalamAir is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HYD to MCT flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport, so getting to Muscat (and then discovering more of Oman!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Oman Air ranks as the top on-time carrier for HYD to MCT flights, with 98.36% of services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between HYD and MCT:
Mopa Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
At the moment, £52 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £92. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from HYD to MCT, reserve your journey eight months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, 73.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is approximately 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to HYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're landing on a late Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MCT:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Muscat and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Muscat International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat International Airport, Muscat is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Muscat in April.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HYD to MCT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Oman just waiting to be explored. Around 120 miles north-west of Muscat, a visit to Sohar will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Oman, head for As Suwayq, roughly 60 miles west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are highlights.