Oman is fast becoming one of the more progressive countries in Asia, both politically and culturally. Grab a cheap flight to Oman and stay for a while in one of the world’s year-round tourist destinations.
Bordering the United Arab Emirates and Yemen, Oman is blessed with year-round sun and travel-friendly weather. Most flights to Oman travel through Dubai, but the capital city of Muscat is a haven for the weary traveler. A small town with immense hospitality, Muscat has much to offer. Take a stroll through the souk at Muttrah and practice your negotiation skills with the locals.
So what’s so progressive about a small town with a great street market? As a whole, Oman is forcing itself to higher grounds. In 1997, Omani women were given the right to vote and run for office. In 2002, the same right was extended to all voters above the age of 21. To date, several women have been elected to the council and women serve as government ministers for Tourism, Higher Education and Social Development. Though areas of Oman are still humbled by a previous way of life, the more ambitious strides put forth by the Sultan of Oman keep this country moving forward at a rapid pace.
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Oman has a desert climate with a hot, humid coastline and a dry central country. The temperatures vary greatly with the seasons. It’s coldest in the winter, when temperatures hover around 60 F. The summer can be twice as hot, reaching 120 F. To escape the heat, head to the southern Dhofar region, known for cooler conditions.
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Most travelers avoid booking flights to Oman between June and October, when monsoons make regular appearances.
PeakSeason: Book flights to Oman between October and April to get the most of the pleasant, mild weather.
Off-peak Season: If you travel to Oman during the monsoon months of June and October, you’re likely to get caught in the rain, but it’s also a great time to find deals on accommodations and cheap flights to Oman.
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For domestic Oman flights, use Oman Air for connections to Salalah, Sur, Khasab, Diba and Masirah. Otherwise, the Oman National Transport Corporation provides bus and taxi service to Salalah, Nizwa, Sohar and Dubai.
Small vans called “baize buses” run on fixed routes and offer a cheaper alternative to taxis. If you’d rather travel on your own, renting a car is easily accessible. Major rental companies like Hertz, Budget, and Europcar supply vehicles to tourists, and the efficient road system here makes road travel in Oman simple and convenient.
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- Samail: If you decide to rent your own vehicle, take a ride to Samail - this cozy area dotted with mosques is worth the drive. The oldest mosque in the country, it has become a huge draw for travelers booking flights to Oman. If the scenic drive through the plantations and a large oasis don’t bowl you over, then the wooden lintels and stained glass windows of the Masjid Mazin bin Ghadouba Mosque surely will.
- Wadi Shab: Let your thoughts drift away as you swim in the emerald green waters of Wadi Shab. The outdoor paradise starts with a gorgeous entrance of aquamarine pools and clear, tumbling waterfalls. The most luxuriously natural part of your travel to Oman by far, Wadi Shab allows you to interact with the beauty of nature while still being close enough to civilization. Swim among kingfishers and other sea life inside the submerged cave to see the light reflect off the water and the sound echo from the rock walls.
- Muscat: For a unique shopping experience, head straight to Muscat. It’s here you can perfect the lost art of haggling while vying for the perfect piece of jewelry or art.. Located behind the cornice of Muttrah, the bustling atmosphere alone is enough to make your head spin. If you plan on purchasing anything from frankincense to jewelry, be sure to keep your receipts for your return Oman flight.
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque: More than 2,000 worshippers flock to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque every day. Open to the public, the large main prayer hall offers room for those booking flights to Oman to participate as well. Surrounded by a pristine while ceiling and gleaming gray marble, you can kneel on the world’s largest Persian carpet to experience the local solidarity. The mosque follows traditional Omani spirit and is constructed on a raised podium elevated from street level.
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Your flight to Oman arrives at Muscat (MCT) (Seeb International), 25 miles west of the city.
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All visitors to Oman need a valid passport and visa to enter the country.
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US citizens need a valid passport to enter the country. Visas can be picked up upon arriving at the airport.
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A New England native but explorer at heart, Melisse has lived in four U.S. cities, spent a summer in Hawaii, made her way through wine-producing regions in Australia and New Zealand, and traveled around Europe while studying abroad in London. She is the Content Manager for the U.S. and Canada at Cheapflights.