Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Muscat is one hour ahead of Jeddah and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Each week, there are 54 King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your JED to MCT flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Muscat (and then other parts of Oman) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Most passengers choose to travel with Biman Bangladesh Airlines on this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier operating JED to MCT flights. An exceptional 96.17% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JED and MCT:
King Fahd International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
£29 is currently the best price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Return flights start at £78. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from JED to MCT by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from JED.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is about 12 miles from central Jeddah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to JED? If you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're getting in on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MCT:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Muscat and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Muscat International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JED to MCT around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many cities in Oman waiting to be explored after you've experienced Muscat. Around 120 miles away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
Around 60 miles west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another essential stop in Oman. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.