Muscat International Airport airport (MCT)

Oman · Muscat

Muscat International Airport (MCT) Online Check-in

Oman's main airport and Oman Air's hub. New main terminal opened 2018. Modern + spacious. Major transit point between Asia and Africa.

Now at Muscat International Airport

  • Security wait (today, avg) 18 min n=9 reports · last 30 min
  • Disruption No reported disruption
  • Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
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Quick information

Recommended arrival (Schengen)
120 min before departure
Recommended arrival (international)
180 min before departure
Terminals
1
Airlines
30
Time zone
Asia/Muscat
ICAO
OOMS

Airlines we cover at Muscat International Airport

Muscat International Airport hosts about 30 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 0 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.

No terminal-specific check-in pages for this airport yet. Browse the full airline directory for general check-in info.

How to check in for a flight from Muscat International Airport

  1. Check in online before you leave home

    Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.

  2. Arrive at the right terminal

    MCT has 1 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.

  3. Drop off checked baggage

    Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.

  4. Pass security

    Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.

  5. Reach your gate on time

    Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.

Tips for Muscat International Airport

  • Oman is alcohol-permitted

    Unlike many Gulf states, Oman permits alcohol in licensed venues + duty-free. Limit 1 liter per traveler on entry.

Popular destinations from Muscat International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for Oman?

Most nationalities can get eVisa online for 30 days tourism. EU/US/UK/AU/CA passport holders eligible. Oman is increasingly tourist-friendly.

Official sources

The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Muscat International Airport official site below.

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