Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, making Muscat three hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Flights from FRA to MCT start at 19:20 — the earliest with Oman Air. The latest departure is at 20:20 with Oman Air. In total, there are seven weekly Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your FRA to MCT flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Oman Air has direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Muscat — and maybe even more of Oman if your schedule allows.
Oman Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier that offers FRA to MCT flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between FRA and MCT:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is R 2,501. A return ticket right now is R 4,934. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FRA to MCT, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near FRA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Reserve a hotel close to MCT if you're on a late Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and experience more of Muscat and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Muscat International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
From Muscat International Airport, Muscat is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Muscat in April.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FRA to MCT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Oman
You've seen Muscat, now it's time to explore more of Oman. Travel around 193 kilometres north-west to Sohar to tick off its leading attractions. From Sohar Fort to Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Oman, consider As Suwayq, about 97 kilometres west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are among the biggest draws.