Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport is 3 hours 53 minutes. Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Muscat 1 hour 30 minutes behind Chennai.
There are 45 flights from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport weekly. Jump on the 01:25 flight if you want to leave as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from MAA to MCT is 23:00.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Oman Air is your gateway to discovering Muscat (and maybe even some other great corners of Oman!). Check out the direct flights from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the MAA - MCT route are:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Cochin International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Oman, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAA to MCT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport is $107. The cheapest price for a return flight is $194. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to MCT, reserve your trip 10 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometers from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your vacation? Stay near MAA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MCT:
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to central Muscat takes about 10 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometers away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 51 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Muscat. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAA to MCT sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Muscat
Start your Muscat trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MAA to MCT, check out our selection of hotel options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Al Ansab Natural Reserve, Airport Heights Trail and Falaj Al Sham Park are must-have experiences during your Muscat visit.
Complete your Muscat trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Muscat International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Muscat.