Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat is 11 hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to MCT flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and MCT:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
$480 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Return flights start from $971. These prices may change based on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to MCT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MCT:
Begin 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 usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Muscat International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat International Airport, Muscat is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Muscat. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you want to go to Muscat during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO 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
Sohar is just one of the many places in Oman waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Muscat. Around 193 kilometers away to the north-west, popular attractions include Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
As Suwayq is another well-known destination in Oman and is around 97 kilometers west of Muscat. No journey is complete without visiting Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.