Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Muscat.
Flights from MCT to IST start at 01:30 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 14:30 with Oman Air. In total, there are 118 weekly Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Your MCT to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MCT and IST:
Imam Khomeini International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
RM590 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start from RM974. These prices may change based on demand.
To get cheap tickets from MCT to IST, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT arrive at their destination without delay.
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 catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MCT:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're landing on a late Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
Before locking in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCT to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are highlights.