Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Muscat travel guide

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You're Going to Love Muscat

With 797.000 inhabitants, Muscat is the most populous city in Oman. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Muscat has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Muscat

If you’re looking for affordable options, TAKARA RESTAURANT (Al Kharjiya Street) and Charm Thai Restaurant & Lounge - Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC (Al Jamah Al Akbar Street) are great picks.

When to visit Muscat

Muscat in August
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Muscat in August
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Muscat in June, when the average temperature is 35 °C, and the highest can go up to 38 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 30 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Muscat, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Muscat

Plane

When flying to Muscat, you’ll arrive at Muscat Seeb (MCT), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Muscat from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 19h 20m.

Plane

When flying to Muscat, you’ll arrive at Muscat Seeb (MCT), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Muscat from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 19h 20m.

Airports near Muscat

MCTMuscat Seeb

Airlines serving Muscat

Lufthansa
Good (8,239 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,225 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,077 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,466 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,225 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,656 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,033 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,041 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (445 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (684 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (243 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (420 reviews)
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Where to stay in Muscat

From 5-star hotels such as the Intercontinental Hotels Muscat By IHG to great affordable options like the Hotel Muscat Holiday, Muscat offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $231 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mutrah Hotel and Naseem Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Muscat, with prices from $21 to $483 per night. Al Khuwayr South is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Muscat are about 30% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Muscat

Most booked hotels in Muscat

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Kempinski Hotel Muscat
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$313+
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Al Husn Hotel Muscat
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$363+
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Sheraton Oman Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$104+
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Aerotel Muscat - Airport Transit Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$73+
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Hiring a car in Muscat

Hiring a car in Muscat costs $55 per day, on average, or $221 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $0.87 per litre in Muscat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $10.44 and $13.92. Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Muscat, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Muscat costs $55 per day, on average, or $221 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $0.87 per litre in Muscat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $10.44 and $13.92. Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Muscat, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Muscat

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$22/day

Compact

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

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