Travelling from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, making Muscat one hour 30 minutes behind Guwahati.
To ensure you get on your GAU to MCT flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between GAU and MCT:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Right now, 91 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 176 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from GAU to MCT, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
Of the flights that depart from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, 71.9% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport from central Guwahati, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near GAU:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're arriving on a late Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MCT:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Muscat's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Muscat International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Muscat based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you want to explore Muscat during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GAU to MCT in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Oman waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Muscat, a visit to Sohar will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
Around 97 kilometres west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another favourite stop in Oman. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.