Flying from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Muscat Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Muscat one hour behind Islamabad.
There are ten Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport flights each week to choose from.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ISB to MCT flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport available through various airlines, getting to Muscat (and then other destinations in Oman) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to travel with SalamAir on this route.
PIA is the most punctual carrier operating ISB to MCT flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ISB and MCT:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Karachi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Muscat Airport (MCT)
R 3,906 is currently the best price for a one-way Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,438. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from ISB to MCT by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ISB to MCT.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport.
Handy information about Islamabad Airport (ISB)
67% of flights leaving from Islamabad Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Islamabad Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ISB. Whether you have an early flight from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Muscat Airport (MCT)
If you're landing on a late Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near MCT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Muscat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Muscat and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Muscat Airport around two weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Muscat Airport (MCT)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Muscat. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Islamabad Airport to Muscat Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ISB to MCT sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.



