Muscat, OmanChennai, India

Flights from Muscat to Chennai

Nonstop flights from Muscat (MCT) to Chennai (MAA) take about 3h 44m (2,589 km). Oman Air flies it. Lowest fare seen: $175 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Chennai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Muscat →1 lounge at Muscat Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresMAA to Chennai: getting into town →

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Airlines flying Muscat to Chennai

Carriers on MCT–MAA according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Oman Airnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Chennai

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The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Peak season: October – March

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Frequently asked questions — Muscat to Chennai flights

How long is the flight from Muscat to Chennai?

A nonstop flight from Muscat (MCT) to Chennai (MAA) takes about 3h 44m, covering 2,589 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Muscat from Chennai by air?

The great-circle distance between Muscat International Airport and Chennai International Airport is 2,589 km (1,609 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Muscat to Chennai?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MCT–MAA route include Oman Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Muscat to Chennai cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MCT–MAA was $175 USD with Oman Air (nonstop), departing 28 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Muscat to Chennai?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $120 with one stop against $175 nonstop, a saving of $55. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Oman to India?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Chennai?

The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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