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Muscat, Muscat, Oman – Oman Flag

Current Date And Time In Muscat, Oman

Monday, 27 July 2026
07:06:51 GST
State: Muscat
Currency: Omani Rial (OMR)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (GST)
Population: 797,000

✈️ Muscat, Muscat, Oman - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Muscat, Muscat, Oman using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Muscat.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Muscat with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Muscat — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Oman, which includes Muscat, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Oman before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Oman's time zone +04:00, country calling code +968 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .OM. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Muscat.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+04:00
📞 Country Calling Code+968
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.OM

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Oman — police 9999, ambulance 9999, fire brigade 9999, general emergency 9999. Store these in your phone before you reach Muscat. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Muscat.

🚔
Police
9999
🚑
Ambulance
9999
🚒
Fire
9999
📞
General
9999

📊 Oman At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Oman — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.816
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
80.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
97.3%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$20,285
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
3.3%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Oman development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Muscat for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Muscat
International Airport • MCT
Muscat International Airport
Muscat/Seeb, OM
13
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Muscat's exact coordinates, or Muscat's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Muscat From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Muscat to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)365 km227 mi~ 1h 11m
Singapore (Singapore)5,477 km3,404 mi~ 7h 12m
Paris (France)5,599 km3,479 mi~ 7h 20m
London (United Kingdom)5,821 km3,617 mi~ 7h 36m
Tokyo (Japan)7,752 km4,817 mi~ 9h 52m
New York (United States)11,340 km7,046 mi~ 14h 05m
Toronto (Canada)11,388 km7,076 mi~ 14h 09m
Sydney (Australia)11,684 km7,260 mi~ 14h 30m
Los Angeles (United States)13,596 km8,448 mi~ 16h 45m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,837 km8,598 mi~ 17h 02m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Muscat, Oman is set to Gulf Standard Time (GST) with a current offset of UTC +04:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Muscat requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneGulf Standard Time (GST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time7:06 AM on Monday, July 27, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Muscat to Major World Cities

It is currently 7:06 AM on Monday in Muscat. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Muscat right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Muscat
New York (United States)Sun, 11:06 PM8h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 8:06 PM11h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 11:06 PM8h behind
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 4:06 AM3h behind
Paris (France)Mon, 5:06 AM2h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 7:06 AMSame time
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 11:06 AM4h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 12:06 PM5h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 1:06 PM6h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 3:06 PM8h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Muscat — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Muscat is the Omani rial (OMR), written as ر.ع.. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
ر.ع. 0.3841
OMR
€ 1 Euro
ر.ع. 0.4384
OMR
£ 1 British Pound
ر.ع. 0.5133
OMR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
ر.ع. 0.2691
OMR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
ر.ع. 0.2730
OMR

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 27, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Muscat

Knowing which languages are used in Muscat helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Arabic

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Muscat. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Masqat (Muscat, Oman)0 mi0 kmNW
⬆️
Bawshar (Muscat, Oman)1 mi1 kmSW
⬆️
Al ‘Udhaybah ash Shamaliyah (Muscat, Oman)3 mi5 kmWNW
⬆️
Madinat as Sultan Qaboos (Muscat, Oman)3 mi5 kmENE
⬆️
Minţaqat al Qurm at Tijariyah (Muscat, Oman)6 mi10 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Muscat

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Muscat is the Taj Mahal (India), about 2,010 km away. Straight-line distances from Muscat to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Taj MahalAgra, India2,010 km1,249 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan2,391 km1,486 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy4,683 km2,910 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,639 km3,504 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil12,123 km7,533 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico13,930 km8,656 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru14,737 km9,157 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Muscat shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Muscat and Oman. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Muscat Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Muscat, including major hub cities.
✈️ Oman Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Oman.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Muscat, Oman runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type G socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Muscat and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Muscat.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
GType G: Three rectangular pins
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🧭 Muscat's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Muscat

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Muscat. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Muscat — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Muscat

Muscat keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Oman. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Muscat

The closest airport to Muscat is Muscat International Airport (MCT), about 13 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Muscat From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Muscat needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Muscat gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Muscat

Muscat rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Muscat — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Muscat

ℹ️ Muscat OverviewSee the full profile of Muscat — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Muscat MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Muscat for distance and direction.
💰 Muscat CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Muscat

What side of the road do people drive on in Muscat?

Muscat, like the rest of Oman, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Muscat use?

Muscat runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type G sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Muscat?

In Muscat, reach police on 9999, ambulance on 9999, fire brigade on 9999, a general emergency line on 9999. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Muscat?

Muscat International Airport (MCT) is the nearest airport to Muscat, about 13 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Muscat in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Muscat runs on Gulf Standard Time (UTC +04:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Muscat?

Muscat shares the official and regional languages of Muscat and Oman — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Muscat?

No — Muscat uses the Omani rial (OMR), symbol ر.ع.. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Muscat currency page for live rates.