Flying from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat is one hour 30 minutes behind Surat and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your STV to MCT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between STV and MCT:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is Rs47,191. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs89,314. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from STV to MCT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from STV to MCT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Surat Gujarat Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.83% of flights that depart STV arrive at their destination without delay.
Surat Gujarat Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Surat. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near STV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Reserve a hotel near MCT if you're on a late Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Muscat International Airport rental car and explore Muscat and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat International Airport, Muscat is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Muscat in April.
Lock in your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you'd like to go to Muscat during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STV to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Oman
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