Muscat, OmanRiyadh, Saudi Arabia

Flights from Muscat to Riyadh

Nonstop flights from Muscat (MCT) to Riyadh (RUH) take about 1h 59m (1,184 km). SalamAir and Oman Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $124 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Riyadh

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 faresRUH to Riyadh: getting into town →

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Airlines flying Muscat to Riyadh

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

✈ SalamAirnonstop fare seen✈ Oman Airnonstop fare seen

Muscat to Riyadh fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $124 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $103. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$14627 Oct 2026 · Oman Air	$103 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$12417 Nov 2026 · SalamAir	$107 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$14826 Dec 2026 · SalamAir	$134 · 1 stop26 Dec 2026
Feb 2027	$19711 Feb 2027 · Oman Air	$134 · 1 stop11 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $103 in October 2026, against $134 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Muscat to Riyadh, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Riyadh

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

The cooler months (October–April) are best for sightseeing. Plan visits around major Islamic events (Ramadan, Hajj) as prices and crowds surge — or embrace the unique cultural experience.

Peak season: October – April

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Frequently asked questions — Muscat to Riyadh flights

How long is the flight from Muscat to Riyadh?

A nonstop flight from Muscat (MCT) to Riyadh (RUH) takes about 1h 59m, covering 1,184 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 Riyadh by air?

The great-circle distance between Muscat International Airport and King Khalid International Airport is 1,184 km (736 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Muscat to Riyadh?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MCT–RUH route include SalamAir and 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 Riyadh cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MCT–RUH was $124 USD with SalamAir (nonstop), departing 17 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Riyadh?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $103 one-way, against $134 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

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

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $103 with one stop against $124 nonstop, a saving of $21. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Oman to Saudi Arabia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Saudi Arabia 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 Riyadh?

The cooler months (October–April) are best for sightseeing. Plan visits around major Islamic events (Ramadan, Hajj) as prices and crowds surge — or embrace the unique cultural experience.

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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