Dubai tour packages from Oman start from approx. OMR 84 per person (double sharing) with Travelzeego's Dubai Budget Escape. Muscat (MCT) has frequent direct flights taking about 1 hour 10 minutes; Salalah (SLL) flies direct in around 1 hour 50 minutes. Omani citizens need no visa; expatriate residents must apply for an UAE e-visa before travel. October, November and February are the sweet spot for good weather.
Updated 2026-10-29 · For travellers from Oman — flying from Muscat (MCT) and Salalah (SLL)
Dubai is the short break that Oman residents practically have on speed dial, and for very good reason. The two countries share a time zone, direct flights from Muscat land in under 75 minutes, and there is zero jet lag to factor in. A long weekend, a school-holiday family trip, a five-night city escape, Dubai is genuinely within arm's reach from both Muscat and Salalah. Dubai tour packages from Oman start at approx. OMR 84 per person with Travelzeego, with options for budget travellers, families, and those after something more premium. Every package is priced per person on double sharing and includes hotel, daily breakfast, airport transfers and key attractions. This page covers the flights, the visa situation, the costs and the best times to go, everything you need before you hit book.
Both of Oman's main international airports have direct flights to Dubai, so there is no need to connect through another hub. From Muscat (MCT), Emirates, Oman Air and flydubai all operate daily non-stop services to Dubai International Airport (DXB). SalamAir and Air Arabia also fly direct from Muscat, though these land at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), roughly 20–30 minutes from central Dubai. The Muscat–Dubai flight takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes. From Salalah (SLL), Oman Air and flydubai run direct services to DXB, the flight time from Salalah is approximately 1 hour 50 minutes. Frequency is lower than Muscat, so check schedules and book early, especially around Eid and school holidays. Muscat and Dubai sit in the same time zone (UTC+4), so you land on the same clock you left on.
Dubai's most comfortable weather runs from October to April, when daytime temperatures are genuinely pleasant. From an Oman traveller's perspective, the periods that see the heaviest booking are:
• Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, both are major travel windows; book flights and packages at least 6–8 weeks ahead.
• Oman school mid-term and term-end holidays, typically in October–November and March.
• Oman National Day (18 November), where the long weekend is a popular short-break opportunity.
• The summer school break (June–August), where families travel despite Dubai's heat, drawn in by indoor theme parks and shopping. For the best combination of weather and availability, October, November and February tend to work particularly well.
Your visa situation depends on your passport, not simply your Oman residency.
• Omani citizens (GCC nationals): No visa required. You enter Dubai on your Omani passport or national ID card, no application, no fee.
• Other GCC citizens living in Oman: Also visa-free on their GCC passport.
• Expatriates with a valid Oman residence permit (Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Filipino and other nationalities): You will need to apply for an UAE e-visa before you travel. Holders of a valid Oman residence card may be eligible for the GCC Resident e-visa route; eligibility depends on your passport nationality, profession, and how much time remains on your residence permit. India-passport holders should note that since January 2024 a separate visa-on-arrival scheme for eligible Indians has existed, check the current rules with the UAE GDRFA before booking, as conditions change. Always confirm the latest entry requirements before you travel.
A realistic Dubai holiday budget from Muscat covers return flights, hotel, visa (if applicable) and spending money. Travelzeego packages include the hotel, breakfast, transfers and key attractions, flights are booked separately. Package prices are per person on double sharing, shown in OMR at an approximate conversion from USD (exchange rates fluctuate; confirm the OMR price at the time of booking). Options range from the Dubai Budget Escape for cost-conscious travellers to the Dubai Family Fun 4-Night Theme Park Blitz for families who want multiple parks in one trip. Add your return flight cost, any visa fee and personal daily spending to arrive at your full holiday budget.
Day 1, Arrive Dubai, check in to your hotel. Airport transfer is included in all Travelzeego packages. Evening: stroll the Dubai Marina or the Downtown area. Day 2, Morning: Join a guided Dubai City Tour covering Jumeirah Mosque, Gold Souk, Spice Souk and Dubai Creek (included in the Dubai Budget Escape and several other packages). Afternoon: free time for shopping at the Dubai Mall. Upgrade to the Dubai Classic 3-Night City Escape for a half-day guided Old Dubai tour and Dubai Frame entry. Day 3, Burj Khalifa 'At the Top' visit (Level 124), included in most packages from the Dubai Classic upward. Evening: Desert Safari with BBQ dinner, included in the Dubai Budget Escape, Dubai Desert & Abu Dhabi Adventure and family packages. Day 4 (4-night packages), Those on the Dubai Desert & Abu Dhabi 4-Night Adventure get a full-day guided Abu Dhabi tour. Families on the Dubai Family Fun 4-Night Theme Park Blitz visit IMG Worlds of Adventure, Legoland or Motiongate. Day 5 (5-night packages), Families on the Dubai Glamour 5 Nights Family Fun Package visit IMG Worlds of Adventure and the Burj Khalifa. Those on the Dubai Premium Family Holiday enjoy a private city tour. Final day, Late checkout if available, private or shared transfer to Dubai Airport, fly back to Muscat or Salalah.
Dubai runs on the UAE Dirham (AED). The OMR is a strong currency: 1 OMR buys roughly 9.5–9.6 AED (check the rate before you travel as it can shift slightly). Omani bank debit and credit cards work at ATMs and shops across Dubai, though some banks charge a foreign-transaction fee, worth checking with your bank first. Exchange houses in Muscat (Ruwi, Qurum and major malls) often offer competitive rates if you prefer to carry AED cash. You can also exchange at Muscat Airport or Dubai Airport on arrival. Visa and Mastercard are accepted at most hotels, restaurants and shopping malls. Keep some AED cash for taxis, souks and smaller cafés. Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated, rounding up the bill or leaving AED 5–10 for good service is common practice.
| From | Direct | Flight time |
|---|---|---|
| Muscat (MCT) | Yes | approx. 1 h 10 min |
| Salalah (SLL) | Yes | approx. 1 h 50 min |
| Return flights from Muscat (economy, per person) | approx. OMR 45 – OMR 130 |
|---|---|
| Return flights from Salalah (economy, per person) | approx. OMR 55 – OMR 150 |
| Travelzeego package — budget 3-night (Dubai Budget Escape) | from approx. OMR 84 per person |
| Travelzeego package — mid-range 3-night (Dubai Classic 3-Night City Escape) | from approx. OMR 154 per person |
| Travelzeego package — deluxe 4-night (Dubai Deluxe Experience) | from approx. OMR 185 per person |
| Travelzeego package — 5-night family (Dubai Glamour 5 Nights Family Fun) | from approx. OMR 331 per person |
| UAE e-visa fee for expatriates (approx., fees change) | approx. OMR 25 – OMR 50 per person |
| Daily spending money (meals out, taxis, shopping) | approx. OMR 20 – OMR 50 per person per day |
It depends on your passport. Omani citizens and other GCC nationals do not need a visa, they enter on their passport or national ID. Expatriates living in Oman on a residence permit generally need to apply for an UAE e-visa before they fly, regardless of which airline they use. Always check the current UAE entry rules before booking, as they can change.
Yes, in most cases. Expatriates from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and most other countries who hold an Oman residence permit will need to apply for an UAE e-visa before travelling. If your Oman residence card is valid and your profession qualifies, you may be eligible for the GCC Resident e-visa route. Confirm your eligibility with the UAE GDRFA or a visa agent before booking your flights.
Direct flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) take approximately 1 hour 10 minutes. Oman Air, Emirates and flydubai all operate non-stop daily services. SalamAir and Air Arabia also fly direct from Muscat but land at Sharjah Airport (SHJ), around 20–30 minutes from central Dubai.
Yes. Oman Air and flydubai operate direct flights from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). The flight takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes. Frequency is lower than from Muscat, so book early, especially around Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha and the summer school holidays.
October, November and February offer the best combination of pleasant Dubai weather and manageable hotel rates. These months also line up with Oman school mid-term breaks and Oman National Day (18 November). Prices and availability tighten significantly during Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha and the summer school break, book at least 6–8 weeks ahead for those periods.
Travelzeego's Dubai packages start from approx. OMR 84 per person (double sharing) for the 3-night Dubai Budget Escape, which includes a 3-star hotel, daily breakfast, airport transfers, a city tour and a desert safari. Mid-range 4-night options with a 4-star hotel start from approx. OMR 185 per person. Five-night family packages start from approx. OMR 331 per person. Flights are booked separately.
Yes, Omani debit and credit cards work at ATMs and most shops and restaurants in Dubai. Some Omani banks charge a foreign-transaction or currency-conversion fee, so check with your bank before you travel. Exchange houses in Muscat (Ruwi, Qurum and major malls) typically offer competitive rates if you prefer to carry AED cash.
Families have several good options. The Dubai Glamour 5 Nights Family Fun Package (from approx. OMR 331 per person) includes IMG Worlds of Adventure, Burj Khalifa and a desert safari. For more theme parks, the Dubai Family Fun 4-Night Theme Park Blitz (from approx. OMR 381 per person) covers IMG Worlds, Legoland and Motiongate. Both include a 4-star hotel, daily breakfast and airport transfers.
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