Istanbul to Muscat/Seeb (IST–MCT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IST–MCT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Oman Air lead the route. The flight covers 2,095 miles in approximately 4h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 14 | 32Q, 33X, 738 | 4h50-4h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| WY Oman Air Also: GA, OV | 13 | 32Q, 7M8 | 4h55 | – | – | GA, OV |
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 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 55m | 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 Turkish Airlines and Oman Air. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to MCT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to MCT is about 4 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,095 miles (3,372 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 38 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Queen Alia and Kuwait. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).