Travelling from Satwari Airport (IXJ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Jammu.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IXJ to MCT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stopover on the IXJ to MCT route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Satwari Airport (IXJ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
91 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 192 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IXJ to MCT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Satwari Airport (IXJ)
Of the departures from Satwari Airport, 77.02% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Satwari Airport from central Jammu, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to IXJ? If you're catching an early flight from Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're coming in on a late Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MCT:
Hit the road running 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 about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to central Muscat has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Muscat in April.
Before locking in your flight from Satwari Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXJ to MCT in January. Average temperatures are 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 you should also see. About 193 kilometres north-west of Muscat, a visit to Sohar will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
Around 97 kilometres west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another essential stop in Oman. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.
