Flying from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Doha's timezone is UTC+3, making Doha one hour behind Muscat.
Choose from 54 weekly Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. The 02:00 departure with Oman Air is the earliest flight available. Qatar Airways operates the last service of the day at 23:15.
Leave enough time to make your MCT to DOH flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
With direct flights from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Doha (and then other corners of Qatar) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Qatar Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 90.68% of services landing on schedule, Qatar Airways has the best on-time record for MCT to DOH flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MCT and DOH:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Dammam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
$127 is the best price for a one-way Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $218. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from MCT to DOH by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCT to DOH.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Muscat Airport (MCT)
Of all flights departing from Muscat Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Muscat to Muscat Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MCT:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you have a late Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near DOH:
Grab a Hamad International Airport rental car and discover Doha and beyond with your own wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Hamad International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Doha. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Muscat Airport to Hamad International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Doha, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCT to DOH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Qatar you should also see. About 11 kilometres west of Doha, a trip to Ar Rayyan will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Qur'anic Botanic Garden and Education City Mosque.
Another major destination in Qatar, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is located around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Make time for highlights including Barzan Towers.
