Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, making Muscat one hour behind Astana.
To ensure you catch your NQZ to MCT flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Currently, R 3,707 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,201. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from NQZ to MCT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Muscat International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from NQZ to MCT.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
To reach Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to NQZ? If you're catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you have a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MCT:
Follow your own route with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Muscat and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Muscat based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Muscat International Airport, consider 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 NQZ to MCT sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many places in Oman waiting to be discovered after you've seen Muscat. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
Around 97 kilometres west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another favourite stop in Oman. Start your sightseeing at Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.
