Travelling from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Ras al Khaimah and Muscat share the UTC+4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your RKT to MCT flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RKT and MCT:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Calicut International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
R 6,055 is the lowest price for a one-way Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 11,500. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from RKT to MCT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from RKT to MCT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Handy information about Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT)
93.38% of flights departing from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of RKT.
Central Ras al Khaimah to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RKT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're arriving on a late Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MCT:
Explore without limits with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and experience more of Muscat and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Muscat International Airport around two weeks in advance.
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 by car.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to Muscat International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Muscat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RKT to MCT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Oman you should also see. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Muscat, a trip to Sohar will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
Around 97 kilometres west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another essential stop in Oman. Start your sightseeing at Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.
