Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ): what you need to know
Visakhapatnam's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Visakhapatnam one hour 30 minutes ahead of Muscat.
To ensure you catch your MCT to VTZ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MCT and VTZ:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
Right now, Rs39,165 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs83,386. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MCT to VTZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCT to VTZ.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
85.46% of flights departing from Muscat International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of MCT.
Central Muscat to Muscat International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MCT:
Arriving at Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VTZ instead:
Getting from Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to central Visakhapatnam
Vishakhapatnam Airport to central Visakhapatnam has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Visakhapatnam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Visakhapatnam, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to VTZ in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Visakhapatnam has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres north of Visakhapatnam, a trip to Nowrangapur will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, head for Vijayawada, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Visakhapatnam. Kanaka Durga Temple, Prakasam Barrage and Victoria Museum are key reasons to visit.
