Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is 6 hours 33 minutes.
Muscat International Airport is located in Muscat. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is 4 hours ahead of Muscat.
The busiest route is from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Choose from 8 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCT to KUL is the 03:30 Malaysia Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:35 with Oman Air.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from MCT to Kuala Lumpur. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur that touches down at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Oman Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from MCT to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You don't need a visa for Malaysia if you have a passport from Oman and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat, MCT can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Kuala Lumpur
156 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 310 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 5 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCT to Kuala Lumpur.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is around 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
After your flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 32 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MCT to Kuala Lumpur, rest your head at a hotel near SZB. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur for March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from MCT to Kuala Lumpur sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just two of the major attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at KLCC Park.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Kuala Lumpur and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Muscat International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.