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Muscat International Airport

Muscat, Oman

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST AIRPORTS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 47 2026
Muscat International Airport

A large, modern terminal in Seeb, about 32 km from central Muscat, it serves as Oman's main gateway. The building is clean and calm, with shops and seating, though Wi-Fi and immigration queues are often a source of frustration.

Highlights

  • Omani-inspired terminal architecture
  • Duty-free shopping area
  • Concourses A, B and C

Good to know

  • Wi-Fi needs a phone number for OTP
  • Immigration queues can exceed one hour
  • Lounges give three free hours with credit card

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