Flying from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Muscat Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Zanzibar.
Your ZNZ to MCT flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Muscat (and then discovering more of Oman!) is a cinch with Oman Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Oman Air on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for ZNZ to MCT flights is Oman Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Muscat Airport (MCT)
R 4,739 is the best price for a one-way Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,724. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ZNZ to MCT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Picking up cheap flights from ZNZ to MCT is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Select your ideal 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 Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport.
Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
65% of flights that leave from Zanzibar Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Zanzibar to Zanzibar Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to ZNZ:
Arriving at Muscat Airport (MCT)
Consider booking a hotel near MCT if you're catching a late Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Muscat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Muscat and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Muscat Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Muscat Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Muscat. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Muscat Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Muscat Airport for June if you want to go to Muscat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZNZ to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
