Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney seven hours ahead of Muscat.
To ensure you get on your MCT to SYD flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCT and SYD:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Right now, $419 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $904. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MCT to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MCT to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that depart MCT reach their destination without delay.
To reach Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MCT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Muscat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.