Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Muscat Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport.
Abu Dhabi and Muscat are in the same timezone, UTC+4.
You can choose from 28 weekly Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport flights. The 02:00 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest you can take. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 21:05.
To ensure you catch your AUH to MCT flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Etihad Airways is your ticket to exploring Muscat (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Oman!). Check out the direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating AUH to MCT flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AUH and MCT include:
Hamad International Airport
Dammam Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Muscat Airport (MCT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport flight is 70 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 118 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to MCT by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AUH to MCT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
75% of flights that depart Zayed International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AUH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Muscat Airport (MCT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Muscat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Muscat's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Muscat Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Muscat Airport (MCT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Muscat in May.
Before locking in your flight from Zayed International Airport to Muscat Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

