Travelling from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Muscat one hour 30 minutes behind Aurangabad.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IXU to MCT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IXU and MCT:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Mopa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is R 2,979. A return plane ticket is currently R 7,407. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IXU to MCT, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport.
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Pick your ideal 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 Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
When it comes to Chikkalthana Airport's on-time performance, 67.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Chikkalthana Airport from central Aurangabad, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near IXU? If you're boarding an early flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Consider booking a hotel near MCT if you're catching a late Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Muscat International Airport rental car and explore Muscat and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Green Motion are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Muscat International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
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 reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Muscat. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IXU to MCT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many places in Oman waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Muscat. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Oman, consider As Suwayq, roughly 97 kilometres west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are highlights.
