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Muscat, the capital city of Oman with a population of about 1.5 million, is a large port city in the Gulf of Oman stretching along the Arabian Sea. The road connections between Muscat International Airport, a busy airport, and the city center are quite extensive. These routes, which are linked to both the other cities of Oman and the neighboring cities outside the country, are close to Muscat Airport.

It is recommended for you to have a guide map with you at the taxis or rental cars that you can use to get to the airport from the city center of Muscat.

Because the city has many districts, you must find the roads or the means of public transport leading to Muscat Airport on the internet.

Bus

There are 60 bus stops serving permanently in Muscat. The rapidly growing population of the city and its reputation for tourism has created the need to expand public transport in the city. Sixteen of the forty new buses built under the leadership of the Oman National Transportation Company (ONTC) have replaced old buses on the route of Ruwi-Wadi Kabir.

With the new modernized buses, the new Ruwi-Wadi Adai line was opened. As a result of increasing the number of stops, there has also been an increase in urban public transport usage. New buses connecting to Ruwi and Muscat Airport started service at the end of 2015.

Busses serving between 6 am and 10 pm pass through the Sultan Qaboos motorway to reach the airport, just like any other means of transport.

Taxi

There are few taxis in some places in Muscat, while there are more in some other place. Where there are plenty of taxis, the prices are lower because of the competition.

Muscat city is both the capital and the biggest city of Oman, so you can come across taxis very often. At least if you are familiar with the following information, it will be easier for you to bargain with the taxi drivers: if the distance to your destination is below 2 kilometers the average you would pay is 0.5 riyals, and it is 2.5 riyals if the distance is about 5 kilometers. From Ruwi, one of Muscat's most important settlement centers, it costs around 8 riyals to go to the Muscat Airport by taxi.

There are two varieties of taxis in the city; one is white, and the other is orange. The vast majority of taxi drivers are Omani. Orange taxis are local, while white ones are a bit more upscale, airport taxis. You often find orange taxis in the city. If you are going to the airport from the city center, we suggest you prefer the orange car in terms of being cheaper.

Car Rental

As a foreign visitor, you can use your driver's license for 1 month within the boundaries of Oman. You can rent a car from the offices of car rental companies in the airport or at Muscat city center. Although the daily car rental fee is about 40 riyals, this price may vary depending on the characteristics of the car and whether or not you negotiate a bit.

To reach the airport from any point of the city, you have to enter the Sultan Qaboos motorway. If you are coming from the city center, you can follow the signs of the airport by entering this highway on the west side of the city and continuing from the right lane. Do not forget to rent also a navigation device while renting your car. The car rental option, which offers much cheaper opportunities than the taxi, is also the type of transportation preferred by tourists because oil is cheap in the country.

Airport Information

The name of Muscat International Airport, opened in 1973, was originally Seeb Airport until 2008because it was located in Seeb region. Located 30 kilometers west of Muscat city center, the airport's annual passenger capacity is approximately 6 million. Muscat Airport, Oman's largest airport, is also the primary airport of Oman Airlines.

The airport has airport shuttle buses with a capacity of seven people operated by the airport which are more expensive than public transport. You can visit the official website of Oman Airlines travel agency and contact the company. Oman is a country with high levels of cars in the traffic. Therefore, Muscat Airport has a parking area with a capacity of 396 vehicles.

On the first floor of the airport is the Tourist Information Office. There is a mosque in an area very close to the airport terminal. There is a free Wi-Fi service, a currency exchange office serving 24/7, ATMs, a clinic providing health services that you can find open all the time in the airport. Showering areas, smoking areas, travel agencies, car rental companies, retail stores, playground for children are other platforms can also be found in Muscat Airport.

You can shop at duty-free where the perfume, jewelry and other things are cheaper at the departure terminal of the airport. The airport is home to world famous eating and drinking areas such as Coffe & More, Costa Coffee, Subway, DQ Grill & Chill, The Irish House (Bar), Automatic Restaurant (Gulf region regional cuisine), Curry Kitchen (indian cuisine) and idli.com (South Indian food).

Sao Paulo is one of the most populated and glamorous cities in Brazil. In the beginning of the century the city was a simple village. Today it is one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Sao Paulo is one of the most important tourist destinations in South America. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is the primary airport serving the city. The airport is locally referred to as Cumbica Airport and is located 25 km from the city center. The city’s structure itself is a bit complex with congested traffic conditions so visitors can experience some difficulty getting to and from the city center.

The city’s main methods of transportation are metro, bus, and taxi. Trains are also available for inter-city travel and long-distances. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport offers passengers a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center, such as taxis, buses, rental cars, and shuttles. One of the most unique transportation alternatives available is an air taxi. Air taxi services provide transportation to and from the airport in a helicopter.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient way to get to the city center from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. There is one authorized taxi co-op that operates at the airport, Guarucoop. Taxis provide service 24 hours a day and travel to the city center for a fixed rate. Thanks to the flat fare there is no need to bargain or worry about overpaying.  

Bus

Another comfortable transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. There are various regular and executive bus services that provide transportation from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to the city center. Bus routes 257 and 299 offer regular service to the city, departing from the airport every 30 minutes.  

Shuttle

Shuttle buses are another comfortable transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. Shuttles are a good option since they are cheaper than taxis and run more frequently than buses. Shuttle buses provide passengers traveling alone or in groups with the opportunity to get to the city center in an affordable and fast way. Shuttle service providers at the airport include Airport Transfers, Beserra, CLK Vans, Guvans Transfers and VIP Prime Executiva. For more information please visit Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport’s website.

Air Taxi

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport offers one of the most unique transportation alternatives to get the city center. The air taxi services provide transportation to and from the airport in a helicopter. This service is available in very few airports across the world. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport offers this service through two authorized companies. For more information on air taxi services to and from the airport please visit Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a great way to get to the city center and a great way to explore the city and its surrounding during your trip. There are various rental car companies located at the airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Interlocadora, Localiza, Locar Alpha, Movida, and Unidas. For more information on renting a car at the airport please visit Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport’s website.