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Flight deals from Muscat to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P21,292. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.P10,478 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,478, select.

Istanbul.P10,491 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,491, select.

Istanbul.P10,507 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,507, select.

Istanbul.P10,630 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,630, select.

Istanbul.P11,622 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,622, select.

Istanbul.P11,890 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,890, select.

Istanbul.P11,991 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,991, select.

Istanbul.P12,127 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Muscat on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,127, select.

Istanbul.P13,468 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,468, select.

Istanbul.P13,472 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,472, select.

Istanbul.P13,509 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,509, select.

Istanbul.P13,534 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,534, select.

Istanbul.P13,601 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,601, select.

Istanbul.P13,613 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,613, select.

Istanbul.P13,645 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,645, select.

Istanbul.P13,758 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound direct flight with Oman Air departs from Muscat on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,758, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Muscat to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Muscat to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Muscat to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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Muscat to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	P10,478
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	5 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	59

Finding cheap flights from Muscat to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Muscat to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Muscat to Istanbul is P19,232. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Muscat to Istanbul?

5 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Muscat to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Muscat to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Oman Air and SalamAir fly direct from Muscat to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Muscat to Istanbul?

As of July 2026, there are 59 flights per week flying from Muscat to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Muscat to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Istanbul is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 34 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Muscat Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Gulf Air and Oman Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul is one hour behind Muscat and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from MCT to IST start from 01:25 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 13:35 with Oman Air. Overall, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MCT to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MCT and IST include:
- Hamad International Airport
- Bahrain Airport
- Imam Khomeini International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

P10,478 is the lowest price for a one-way Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. A return flight starts at P19,232. These fares may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MCT to IST, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MCT to IST.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Handy information about Muscat Airport (MCT)

79% of flights that depart Muscat Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Muscat Airport from central Muscat, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MCT? If you're catching an early flight from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Muscat Airport to Istanbul Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCT to IST sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometers away to the east, well-known attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.