Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Doha's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Doha one hour behind Muscat.
Flights from MCT to DOH start at 02:00 — the first with Oman Air. The latest departure is at 23:10 with Qatar Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 77 weekly Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
Your MCT to DOH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Doha (and then other destinations in Qatar) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
SalamAir tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a reliable 96.59% of services arriving as planned, Qatar Airways has the best on-time record for MCT to DOH flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MCT and DOH:
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Right now, $135 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $227. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MCT to DOH, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MCT to DOH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that depart MCT reach their destination without delay.
Muscat International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Muscat. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MCT? If you've booked an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DOH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget to explore Doha and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hamad International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Hamad International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Doha, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCT to DOH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Qatar waiting to be discovered. About 11 kilometres west of Doha, a trip to Ar Rayyan will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
Around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another essential stop in Qatar. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).