Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is two hours behind Muscat, where Muscat International Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your MCT to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MCT to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Travelling from central Muscat to MCT takes around 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MCT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Muscat International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg flight is Rs92,803. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs125,807. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MCT to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MCT to Johannesburg can help you secure the lowest rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HLA. Kick back and get cosy after your MCT to Johannesburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Johannesburg in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should be on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
