Flying from Chicago to Muscat International Airport (MCT): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Muscat International Airport (MCT). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Muscat International Airport is located in Muscat. The city runs on the UTC+4 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to MCT.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Chicago to MCT that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and MCT include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Muscat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MCT flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kms (85 miles) or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Muscat International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that take off from RFD make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Reserve a hotel near MCT if you have a late flight from Chicago to Muscat International Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Muscat International Airport flight.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Central Muscat is about 6 miles from Muscat International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Muscat International Airport is £255. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £664. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to MCT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Chicago to Muscat International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Muscat International Airport (MCT). Visit Muscat in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Chicago to MCT plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Muscat International Airport in January when temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Muscat
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Muscat right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Muscat International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Muscat when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Beach followed by Wadi Shabib and Sheikh Khalili Mosque.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Oman waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kms (110 miles) north-west of Muscat, a visit to Sohar will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Sohar Fort, Al-Ruheili Mosque and Sultan Qaboos Grand Masjid Suhar.
Around 88 kms (55 miles) west of Muscat, As Suwayq is another essential stop in Oman. No visit is complete without checking out Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق, As Suwayq Castle and Wall Almanawrah.