Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, which is the same as Sharjah.
Every week, there are 12 Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, take the 08:10 Air Arabia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:00 with Air Arabia.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SHJ to MCT flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Air Arabia offers direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Muscat — and maybe even more of Oman if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SHJ to MCT flights is Air Arabia. Its services arrive without delay 78.38% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SHJ and MCT:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
R 942 is currently the best price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,133. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SHJ to MCT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SHJ to MCT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to Sharjah International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.09% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SHJ? If you're catching an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you have a late Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MCT:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Muscat and beyond.
Booking your ride from Muscat International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to MCT in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many cities in Oman waiting to be explored after you've seen Muscat. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
As Suwayq is another well-known destination in Oman and is around 97 kilometres west of Muscat. No journey is complete without experiencing Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.