Muscat International Airport Passenger Terminal

The new terminal of Muscat International Airport commercially opened on 20th March 2018, and it was on 11th November 2018 that Muscat International Airport officially celebrated its Grand Opening ceremony in an evening of Omani pride and celebration

The USD 1.8 billion state-of-the-art passenger terminal is considered the largest and most significant project in the Sultanate’s history. The project was executed to the highest standards of quality and service. The new Muscat International Airport project elevated Oman into the top slot of airport design and function in the region. The airport features Omani-themed architecture, the latest technologies, and an exceptional passenger experience.

Terminal

Muscat International Airport Terminal facilities are split into five levels. The first level comprises the Arrivals Hall, the second level has services and amenities, the third and fourth levels have the Departures Hall and the fifth level houses the transit hotel Aerotel.

The departures hall has 96 check-in counters, 20 self-service kiosks, plus 45 boarding gates. Oman Air has a dedicated First and Business class check-in counter ‘A1’ where passengers are treated on a priority basis.

There are 31 emigration counters at the departures and 56 immigration counters at arrivals. Muscat International Airport’s arrivals have 8 luggage carousels for international flights, two carousels for domestic flights, and has an overall baggage processing capacity of 5,520 bags per hour. There are 12 transfer counters at the arrivals section to ensure faster, smoother processing and short wait times for transit passengers. Car parking capacity of 8,000 supports both arrival and departure passengers.

Aerodrome Information

Airport Name: Muscat International Airport

City: Muscat

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Location Indicator code: OOMS

International Air Transport Association ( IATA) Location Indicator code: MCT

Runway length: 4000 m

Runway Width: 60 m

Runway name: 08L-26R ( pronounced Zero eight left two six right)

Muscat International Airport Cargo Terminal

The operations of the New Cargo Terminal at Muscat International Airport started in March 2018. The new terminal’s annual operational capacity is 350,000 tonnes.

Commercial Facilities

The new terminal’s retail and commercial offerings are set on 56,000 sq. meters of floor space within the terminal building which include high-range Wi-Fi service across passenger terminals, prestigious lounges that provide passengers with limitless comfort during their waiting time, luxurious spa services, and a transit hotel that offers high-quality service and comfort, in addition to duty-free shops, cafes, and a play area for children.

Duty Free

Muscat Duty Free offers passengers a premium shopping experience spread across 5,600sqm with 17 outlets at departures and an arrival outlet at the airport, showcasing the best in luxury brands including favorites across fragrances, skincare & cosmetics, technology, confectionery, and more.

Food & Beverage

3 fine-dining restaurant, 3 fast food chains, 14 cafes, 3 food trucks and 20 food & beverage shops give you from healthy dining options to indulgent patisseries, and more

Facilities at Muscat International Airport

Lounges:

Oman Air First and Business Class Lounge

Primeclass Muscat Lounge

Majan Lounge

Meet & Greet Service

Valet Service

Airport Hotel: Aerotel Muscat

Banks, ATMs, and CDMs

Currency Exchanges

Telecommunication Services: Omantel, Ooredoo, Rena

Tourist Information Desk

Taxis

Car Rental

Bus Services : Public buses, operated by Mwasalat, are available at the bus station located in the ground floor outside the airport building. These buses are specially designed for airport passengers, with special provisions for luggage and those with special needs.

Trolley & Porter services

Baggage Sealing

Golf Carts

Cargo Service

Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM): There is a dedicated parking lane, as well as a parking spot for passengers with wheelchairs marked with a clear signpost.

Airport clinic

Pharmacy

Office Hours

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