Oman offers mountains, desert, coastline and a relaxed capital in Muscat. There are no nonstop flights from North America, but connections through the Gulf hubs or Europe are easy.
Cheap airfare to Oman is mostly about timing and flexibility. Compare fares across airlines and nearby airports, shift your dates a few days either way, and book when the price looks right.
Oman Air is the national carrier and a oneworld member and SalamAir is the low-cost airline; travelers from North America typically connect through Gulf or European hubs.
October to March is the most pleasant and popular time to visit. Summer is very hot in Muscat (Salalah has a cooler monsoon season), and fares to Muscat are often lower then.
There are no nonstop flights; most travelers connect through Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi or a European hub to Muscat.
The cooler months from about October to March. Summer is extremely hot in Muscat and most of the country.
Sometimes. Dubai often has more flights and lower fares, and a short flight to Muscat can make the total cheaper — compare both options.
