Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Muscat International Airport (MCT): what you need to know
Muscat is three hours ahead of Barcelona and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BCN to MCT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BCN and MCT:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport flight is ₹ 11,031. A round-trip fare is currently ₹ 23,102. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to MCT, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to Barcelona-El Prat Airport's on-time performance, 79.12% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BCN? If you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Book a hotel near MCT if you have a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Muscat International Airport rental car and discover Muscat and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Muscat International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to central Muscat
Muscat International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Muscat. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Muscat based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Muscat is June, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Muscat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to MCT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of Oman
Muscat has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Oman you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres north-west of Muscat, a visit to Sohar will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sohar Fort, Sohar Beach and Al Sanger Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Oman, consider As Suwayq, about 97 kilometres west of Muscat. Wall Almanawrah, As Suwayq Castle and Suwaiq Beach شاطيء السويق are among its highlights.