$180 Cheap flight deals from Jeddah (JED) to Muscat (MCT)

King Abdulaziz International Airport

Jeddah is the second largest city in Saudi Arabia. It can often be a challenge to find cheap flights from Jeddah when planning a trip. Orbitz.com can help locate budget tickets by searching a variety of airlines at one time. The King Abdulaziz International Airport is located approximately 20 minutes north of downtown Jeddah on Al Madinah Al Munawarah Road. Over 50 airlines service the airport, including United Airways, Nile Air, Gulf Air and Air France. Orbitz.com provides bookings for the majority of these airlines.

Parking at the Airport

Both short-term and long-term parking is available for travelers at the airport. Fees are charged by the hour or by the day.

Transportation to the Airport

There are several methods of transportation from Jeddah to the airport. Orbitz.com can help locate discount car rentals in the city, and taxi services are available for flat rates to and from the airport. Taxi stands are located outside of the main passenger terminals, and limos can be rented by the day or by the hour.

Restaurants at the King Abdulaziz International Airport

The airport features two restaurants for individuals who want to grab a bite to eat before their flight. For those who wish to eat before arriving at the airport, Abu Zaid provides a sit-down breakfast menu that includes coffee and pastry items. Café Aroma has a variety of blended coffees and a selection of bakery items, and CRUSTY Bakery and Coffee House offers a breakfast menu that includes a selection of gourmet coffees and bakery items. Rely on Orbitz.com to locate cheap flights from Jeddah when planning your next trip.

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.