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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Muscat travel guide

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You're Going to Love Muscat

With 797,000 inhabitants, Muscat is the most populous city in Oman. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Muscat has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Muscat

If you’re looking for affordable options, TAKARA RESTAURANT (Al Kharjiya Street) and Charm Thai Restaurant & Lounge - Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC (Al Jamah Al Akbar Street) are great picks.

When to visit Muscat

Muscat in July
Estimated hotel price
$229
1 night at 3-star hotel
Muscat in July
Estimated hotel price
$229
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Muscat in June, when the average temperature is 35 °C, and the highest can go up to 38 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 30 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Muscat, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Muscat

Plane

When flying to Muscat, you’ll arrive at Muscat Seeb (MCT), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Muscat from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 36h 40m.

Plane

When flying to Muscat, you’ll arrive at Muscat Seeb (MCT), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Muscat from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 36h 40m.

Airports near Muscat

MCTMuscat Seeb

Airlines serving Muscat

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,136 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,020 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,062 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,416 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,424 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,436 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,030 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,303 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,012 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (229 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (314 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (440 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (690 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,968 reviews)
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Where to stay in Muscat

From 5-star hotels such as the Intercontinental Hotels Muscat By IHG to great affordable options like the Swiss-Belinn Airport Muscat Oman, Muscat offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $262 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mutrah Hotel and Naseem Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Muscat, with prices from $34 to $585 per night. Al Ghubrah South is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Muscat are about 26% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Muscat

Most booked hotels in Muscat

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Sheraton Oman Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$103+
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Hiring a car in Muscat

Hiring a car in Muscat costs $76 per day, on average, or $229 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $1.06 per litre in Muscat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $12.67 and $16.89. The most frequently booked car type in Muscat is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Muscat costs $76 per day, on average, or $229 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $1.06 per litre in Muscat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $12.67 and $16.89. The most frequently booked car type in Muscat is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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