Traveling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport is 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Tirana.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TIA to MCT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Muscat (and then discovering more of Oman!) is a snap with SalamAir. This popular carrier has direct flights from Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
SalamAir has the highest passenger demand on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
At the moment, $109 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $237. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from TIA to MCT, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
When it comes to Tirana International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.86% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Tirana International Airport from central Tirana, it takes about 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near TIA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Follow your own route with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Muscat and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Muscat International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to the center of Muscat has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Muscat. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Tirana International Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Muscat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TIA to MCT sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Oman waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometers north-west of Muscat, a visit to Sohar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
As Suwayq is another standout destination in Oman and is around 97 kilometers west of Muscat. No trip is complete without visiting Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.