London to Muscat/Seeb (LHR–MCT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LHR–MCT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Oman Air leads the route. The flight covers 3,625 miles in approximately 7h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WY Oman Air | 18 | 789 | 7h10-7h22 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LHR: GMT · MCT: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 10:00 PM in Muscat/Seeb.
British passport holders need an eVisa to enter Oman. Apply at evisa.rop.gov.om at least 4 days before travel. A single-entry tourist visa (10 days) costs OMR 5 (about $13), and a single-entry tourist visa (30 days) costs OMR 20 (about $52). Multiple-entry visas (1 year, 30 days per visit) cost OMR 50 (about $130). Processing takes 1 to 3 business days.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages. Upload a passport scan, a passport photo, and proof of accommodation. Print or save a digital copy of the approved eVisa. Visa on arrival is no longer available for UK nationals as of 2024; the eVisa is the only option. Overstays incur a fine of OMR 10 per day.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Muscat (MCT) run about 7 hours 15 minutes on Oman Air and British Airways. The Omani rial (OMR) is pegged to the US dollar at 0.385 OMR per $1, making it one of the world's highest-value currencies. ATMs are common; credit cards work at hotels and larger shops. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Oman has strict drink-driving laws (zero tolerance) and modest dress is expected outside resort areas. Summer temperatures (June to September) exceed 45C regularly.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–MCT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to MCT
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) are connected by nonstop service from Oman Air. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LHR to MCT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to MCT ranges from 7 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,625 miles (5,833 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 39 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via FRA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.