Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Muscat Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, making Muscat one hour 30 minutes behind Chennai.
There are 15 Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport flights every week to choose from.
To ensure you catch your MAA to MCT flight, leave enough 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 January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You can fly nonstop to Muscat, Oman. Jet off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Oman Air on this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier that operates MAA to MCT flights. A reliable 85.0% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and MCT:
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Kochi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Muscat Airport (MCT)
P6,361 is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport flight. A return flight starts at P13,615. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from MAA to MCT by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Muscat Airport (MCT)
If you're coming in on a late Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MCT:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Muscat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Muscat and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Muscat Airport around two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Muscat Airport (MCT)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Muscat. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Muscat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to MCT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
