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Cheapest return flight
R13 631
Typical prices: R9 602-R14 198
Ethiopian Air
Tue 23/10Tue 30/10
MCT - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 336
Typical prices: R5 297-R9 203
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/10
MCT - CPT • 1 stop
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
August
Cheapest • 30% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R11 239 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 14h 25m (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 23 - Fri, Oct 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:10MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 3:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
34h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 631Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:30 - 17:30MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:55 - 4:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
16h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R14 070Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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16:30 - 13:25MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m3 stops Dammam King Fahad Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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19:25 - 4:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
31h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 372Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
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
R16 445Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:50 - 19:45MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 55m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:55 - 4:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
16h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R17 990Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 - 14:10MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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7:20 - 6:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
21h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
R18 706Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Tue, Jan 5
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20:25 - 13:35MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 10m3 stops Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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7:20 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
26h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dubai Intl
R20 121Kenya Airways
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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18:45 - 13:35MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 50m3 stops Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:25 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
19h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dubai Intl
R20 121Kenya Airways
Sat, Dec 19 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
20:25 - 13:35MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 10m3 stops Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
43h 45m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dubai Intl
R20 121Kenya Airways
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:15 - 18:55MCT  Muscat Seeb-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:00 - 3:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MCT Muscat Seeb
16h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
R22 073Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Muscat to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Muscat to Cape Town with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Muscat to Cape Town?

Return flights from Muscat to Cape Town start at R13 631. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R9 602 to R14 198. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 631 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Muscat to Cape Town and is 23% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Cape Town?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Cape Town at R8 182 return.
  • May (R20 333) and April (R14 997) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 148% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Muscat to Cape Town flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R7 336
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

  • 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) – 70% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Muscat to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at R9 093 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R13 468 – a R4 376 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

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

    A direct flight from Muscat to Cape Town takes 0h 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.

  • 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 631 to R22 073. That means the highest observed fare was about 61% 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 R22 217, which is 259% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 31m, compared to 14h 25m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 15h 58m 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.

  • 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 R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Return flights from Muscat to Cape Town range from R9 602 to R14 198, with an average of R11 672 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 602 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average R9 093 – about R4 376 less than Friday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Muscat to Cape Town trip for August. Fares historically average R8 182 return in that month – typically R12 151 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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