Istanbul to Muscat/Seeb (IST–MCT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–MCT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines, Oman Air and Garuda Indonesia lead the route. The flight covers 2,095 miles in approximately 4h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 12 | 32B, 32Q, 332 | 4h50-6h51 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| WY Oman Air | 8 | 738, 7M8 | 5h04-5h19 | – | – | – |
| GA Garuda Indonesia | 6 | 7M8 | 5h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Muscat/Seeb from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→MCT | SAW→MCT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | 8 |
| Flight time | 4h 50m | 4h 40m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · MCT: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 7:00 PM in Muscat/Seeb.
Turkish passport holders enter Oman visa-free for stays up to 30 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket may be requested at immigration.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–MCT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to MCT
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) are connected by nonstop service from Garuda Indonesia, Turkish Airlines and Oman Air. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IST to MCT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to MCT ranges from 4 hours 50 minutes to 6 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,095 miles (3,372 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 23 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via LHE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).