Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Muscat.
Take your pick of 34 weekly Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights. The 02:15 departure with SalamAir is the earliest flight you can take. Air India operates the last service of the day at 22:35.
Your MCT to DEL 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.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to New Delhi (and then other corners of India) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air India on this route.
Oman Air ranks as the leading on-time carrier for MCT to DEL flights, with 84.62% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MCT and DEL:
Jaipur Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
87 € is currently the best price for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Return flights start at 154 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from MCT to DEL by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
85.46% of flights leaving Muscat International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of MCT.
Central Muscat to Muscat International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCT:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Travel at your own speed with an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through New Delhi and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit New Delhi in April.
When booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCT to DEL in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New Delhi. Around 3 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Kanpur is another sought-after destination in India and is around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. No journey is complete without a visit to Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
