Flying from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
The timezone in Muscat is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Varanasi.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your VNS to MCT flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
£85 is the lowest price for a one-way Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Return flights start from £225. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from VNS to MCT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Muscat International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
When it comes to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 55.22% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Varanasi to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is around 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near VNS? If you're catching an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MCT instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Muscat International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Muscat and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Muscat International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is approximately 7 miles from the centre of Muscat. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Muscat International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Muscat in April.
Before locking in your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Muscat International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Muscat, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VNS to MCT in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Oman you'll want to see. Around 120 miles north-west of Muscat, a trip to Sohar will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
As Suwayq is another favourite destination in Oman and is around 60 miles west of Muscat. No journey is complete without seeing Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق.