Travelling from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Muscat one hour 30 minutes behind Port Blair.
Your IXZ to MCT flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IXZ and MCT:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is R 3,391. A round-trip fare is currently R 19,516. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from IXZ to MCT, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from IXZ to MCT.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
Of all flights leaving Port Blair Airport, 60.83% land on time at their destination.
Port Blair Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Port Blair. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IXZ:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Consider staying in a hotel near MCT if you're catching a late Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Choose 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.
Booking your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to the centre of Muscat has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Muscat based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Port Blair Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about the kind 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). Search for cheap tickets from IXZ to MCT sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many places in Oman waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Muscat. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
If you're interested in discovering 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 the start of reasons to visit.
