Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 2 hours 22 minutes. Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh 1 hour behind Muscat.
There are 42 flights from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport every week. Take the 00:50 flight if you want to leave as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to leave later, the last flight from MCT to RUH departs at 22:35.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Oman Air offers direct flights from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Riyadh — plus maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MCT and RUH are:
King Fahd International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before reserving your cheap ticket from MCT to RUH, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is 80 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 163 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from MCT to RUH by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat, Muscat International Airport can be reached in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MCT:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Riyadh in April.
Lock in your flight from Muscat International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MCT to RUH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Riyadh
As soon as you've booked your flights from MCT to RUH, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Riyadh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Riyadh Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Riyadh.
Complete your Riyadh trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to King Khaled International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Riyadh escape.