Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is three hours behind Phuket.
You can choose from 36 weekly Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport flights. The 02:45 departure with SalamAir is the earliest you can take. SalamAir operates the last service of the day at 23:15.
Your HKT to MCT flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SalamAir has direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Muscat — and maybe even more of Oman if time allows.
SalamAir is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier that offers HKT to MCT flights. An exceptional 87.72% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HKT and MCT include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Currently, 165 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 320 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKT to MCT.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HKT to MCT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Of the departures from Phuket International Airport, 65.93% arrive on time at their destination.
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near HKT? If you're catching an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Consider booking a hotel near MCT if you're taking a late Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Muscat International Airport rental car and discover Muscat and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Muscat International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to the centre of Muscat has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Phuket International Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you'd like to go to Muscat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKT to MCT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Oman you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Muscat, a trip to Sohar will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
As Suwayq is another sought-after destination in Oman and is around 97 kilometres west of Muscat. No trip is complete without a visit to Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.
