Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, making Manchester four hours behind Muscat.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MCT to MAN flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MCT and MAN:
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport flight is £105. A return ticket right now is £254. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MCT to MAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MCT arrive at their destination as scheduled 85.46% of the time.
Muscat International Airport is around 7 miles from central Muscat. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MCT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and explore beyond Manchester's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Manchester in January.
Lock in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to visit Manchester during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCT to MAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Manchester, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 160 miles south-east to London to check off its leading attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 70 miles south of Manchester, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.