London to Salalah (LHR–SLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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.