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Doha International Airport

Scheduling flights from Doha is easy for the traveler who uses Orbitz.com. Doha International Airport has over 35 international airlines that service business and leisure air travelers throughout the world. In 2012, the airport served over 8.5 million people who traveled in or out of Doha. The Doha International Airport also has an award-winning duty free shop, where electronics, liquor, perfume, and tobacco can be purchased.

Parking at Doha International

There are both short-term and long-term parking options available at the Doha International Airport. Short-term parking is suitable for drivers who require 30 days or less of parking. The fee is 5 riyals for one hour or 120 riyals for one day. Long-term parking is available at a rate of two riyals per hour or 45 riyals per day.

Transportation at the Airport

Orbitz.com can help travelers arrange a car rental from Doha International. Limousines, and taxis are also available. Visitors should also know that the public bus system offers a free shuttle bus that travels between the departures and arrivals terminal every 10 minutes. The public bus system, provided by the Mowasalat Company, also provides low-cost transportation in all major cities in Qatar.

Dining at the Doha International Airport

For travelers who don't have much time, Costa Coffee and Sterling: Coffee Beanery both offer a selection of coffee, drinks, and light snacks. People with more time before their flight should visit the Sterling food court to explore a variety of fast-food restaurants. It's located on the first floor of the Transit and Departure Terminal. Travelers who use Orbitz.com can easily find inexpensive flights from Doha.

Muscat International Airport Information

Muscat International Airport is located 19.8 miles from Muscat and is the largest airport in Oman. Flights to Muscat arrive from over two dozen cities in the Middle East and Europe. Orbitz.com searches all flights to Muscat to find you cheap air tickets. Thirty-four airlines service the airport, including Air India Express, Iraqi Airways and Pakistan International Airlines.

Transportation from the Airport

Private taxis are available in the terminal building outside the arrival hall. It is recommended that you negotiate the rate with your driver and pay at the taxi counter before leaving. Fares will vary between 7.00 and 55.00 OMR, depending on your final destination and the rate you are able to agree on with the taxi driver. Three rental car companies operate out of the arrivals concourse: Honk, Europcar, and Zoom. Prices range from 8.73 to 28.10 OMR per day, depending on the type of vehicle you use and how long you plan to drive it.

Climate in Muscat

Similar to most cities in the Middle East, Muscat has a warm climate year-round. The average yearly temperature is in the mid-80s, with July reaching highs over 100º F and January lows dipping into the mid-60s. Muscat receives an average of 3.9 inches of rain annually. The driest months occur May through September, while January is the wettest month. Humidity averages between 60 and 70 percent year-round.

Things to Do in Muscat

The Royal Opera House is an architectural marvel. The outside is gorgeous; however, to see the inside you must purchase tickets to a show. Wadi Shab is a beautiful valley that locals call a paradise; crystal-clear turquoise water is surrounded by mountains. You can use the Orbitz.com website to plan your entire trip, as well as book cheap flights to Muscat.