Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat's timezone is UTC+4, making Muscat two hours ahead of Riga.
Your RIX to MCT flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RIX and MCT:
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is £142. A return ticket right now is £312. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from RIX to MCT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that take off from Riga International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you're getting in on a late Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near MCT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Muscat's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport to the centre of Muscat has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Muscat in April.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Muscat International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIX to MCT sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Oman
Sohar is just one of the many cities in Oman waiting to be explored after you've seen Muscat. Around 120 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
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