Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Muscat.
Choose from three weekly Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 01:15 departure with Edelweiss Air is the earliest flight available. Oman Air operates the latest service of the day at 15:00.
Your MCT to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Edelweiss Air has direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
Edelweiss Air is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Oman Air is a leader in on-time performance for MCT to ZRH flights, with 82.05% of services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MCT and ZRH:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 2,130. A return ticket right now is R 4,694. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from MCT to ZRH by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT land on time.
Muscat International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Muscat. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MCT? If you've booked an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Muscat International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCT to ZRH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its top attractions. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.