Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Amman: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Amman is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Amman is UTC+2. The city is two hours behind Muscat, where Muscat International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. Oman Air offers a 13:50 departure between MCT and AMM.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MCT to Amman flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Muscat International Airport to Amman ticket. Start your journey at MCT and end it at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
Keep an eye out for offers from Oman Air. This airline has direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Amman.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MCT to Amman with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
MCT is about 10 kilometres from central Muscat. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Amman, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Muscat International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Amman
80 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Amman flight. A return ticket right now is 225 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from MCT to Amman, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Muscat International Airport to Amman tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Picking up a cheap flight from MCT to Amman is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Amman.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Amman. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near AMM if you have a late flight from Muscat International Airport to Amman. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and explore beyond Amman's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Queen Alia International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MCT to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Amman. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Amman in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Amman is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Muscat International Airport to Amman plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MCT to Amman around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amman
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Amman right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Muscat International Airport to Amman:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Viewpoint roman theatre, Amman Citadel and Rainbow Street are top sights which should be on any good Amman itinerary.
Explore more of Jordan
You've seen Amman, now it's time to explore more of Jordan. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Aqaba to check off its leading sights. From Aqaba Fort to Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south of Amman, Petra is another essential stop in Jordan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset.
