Flying from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Muscat Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport is 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Dar Es Salaam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DAR to MCT flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Oman Air offers direct flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Muscat — and maybe even more of Oman if your schedule allows.
Oman Air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier operating DAR to MCT flights. An exceptional 88.24% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DAR and MCT include:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Muscat Airport (MCT)
Rs79,133 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs126,486. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DAR to MCT.
The cheapest month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DAR to MCT.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport.
Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Of all flights departing from Dar Es Salaam Airport, 61% land on schedule at their destination.
Dar Es Salaam Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DAR? If you're boarding an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Muscat Airport (MCT)
If you're coming in on a late Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near MCT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Muscat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Muscat's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Muscat Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Muscat Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat Airport to the centre of Muscat has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Muscat Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Muscat Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC to 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DAR to MCT in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
