Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat is nine hours ahead of Minneapolis and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MSP to MCT flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Charles de Gaulle Airport is a top stopover on the MSP to MCT route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
R 8,455 is currently the best price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 18,165. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MSP to MCT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MSP to MCT.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights taking off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Book a hotel close to MCT if you're taking a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Muscat International Airport rental car and discover Muscat and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
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.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Muscat in April.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Muscat International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Oman
You've seen Muscat, now it's time to discover other parts of Oman. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Sohar to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sohar Fort to Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Oman, consider As Suwayq, about 97 kilometres west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are key highlights.
