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Cheapest return flight
R13 102
Typical prices: R9 810-R13 981
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/10Mon 5/11
MCT - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 067
Typical prices: R5 415-R9 408
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/1
MCT - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Muscat and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R11 236 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 14h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Muscat to Cape Town (MCT-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Muscat to Cape Town

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 5
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5:55 - 20:05MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 11:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 102Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 28
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4:15 - 14:10MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 3:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
11h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 252Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 7
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4:15 - 14:10MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 3:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
11h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 385Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 5
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4:15 - 14:10MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 3:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
11h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 701Ethiopian Air
Fri, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 7
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5:55 - 20:05MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 11:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 817Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:55 - 13:00MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
26h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
R13 934Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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4:25 - 14:10MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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12:35 - 4:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 383Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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23:00 - 9:45MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 4:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 466Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
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5:55 - 10:30MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:20 - 11:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
17h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R14 466Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:55 - 13:00MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 - 18:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
33h 25m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Sharjah
R14 516Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Muscat to Cape Town flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Muscat to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Muscat to Cape Town. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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Key details for Muscat to Cape Town flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 90% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 104% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Muscat to Cape Town

When to book flights from Muscat to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Muscat to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Muscat to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Muscat to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Muscat to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Muscat to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Muscat to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 12 309 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Muscat to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Muscat to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Muscat to Cape Town range from R9 810 to R13 981, with an average of R11 804 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 810 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Muscat to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R13 102 to R21 715. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Muscat to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Muscat to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 763, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Muscat to Cape Town?

    Flights from Muscat to Cape Town usually depart from Muscat Seeb (MCT) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Muscat to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Muscat to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Muscat to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Muscat to Cape Town. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R9 295 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R12 470, a difference of R3 176.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Muscat to Cape Town?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 06m, compared to 14h 23m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 15h 29m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Muscat and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 2 hours behind Muscat (South Africa Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Muscat to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average R9 295, about R3 176 less than Friday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Muscat to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average R9 029 return in that month – typically R11 755 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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