Flying from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, making Muscat one hour 30 minutes behind Bhubaneswar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your BBI to MCT flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BBI and MCT:
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
$118 is the lowest price for a one-way Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $233. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BBI to MCT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BBI to MCT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
68.08% of flights taking off from Biju Patnaik International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Biju Patnaik International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Bhubaneswar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BBI? If you're catching an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Consider booking a hotel near MCT if you're taking a late Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Muscat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and find adventure across Muscat and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Muscat International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to the centre of Muscat has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Muscat based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BBI to MCT in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many cities in Oman waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Muscat. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Oman, consider As Suwayq, roughly 97 kilometres west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are the start of reasons to visit.