Book flights from Muscat to Houston with Qatar Airways
When you book your flight from Muscat to Houston with Qatar Airways, you can look forward to a comfortable journey filled with world-class services and thoughtful facilities. Sit back and enjoy the extra legroom of comfortable and spacious seating, and choose your favourite dish from an award-winning menu. A selection of other premium services is brought to you by our welcoming and professional cabin crew.
Houston is famous above all for its close association with the NASA space programmes, and astronomy enthusiasts as well as children of all ages will be enthralled by the exhibits on display at Space Centre Houston. There are other attractions here too, as a visit to the Theatre District or the Historic District of the city will quickly confirm. There are plenty of upscale restaurants and new shopping malls where you can find all sorts of designer products.
Arriving in Houston, Texas
America’s fourth largest city and the heart of the ‘Lone Star State’ of Texas, Houston is one of the most popular destinations in the U.S. A flight to Houston with Qatar Airways takes you to a Southern city that is also thriving in the arts and culture scene.
Museums and galleries line its boulevards, while attractions are designed to give you the full Texan experience throughout your stay. Warm, welcoming and friendly, Houston will encompass you in true Southern hospitality.
Tourist attractions
The best way to see the attractions (and for a discounted price) is to pick up a Houston CityPASS . The pass will give you entry into the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Downtown Aquarium, the Children’s Museum of Houston, and the Houston Space Center.
Don’t forget to make time for a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts and Houston Zoo.
If you are up for a stroll in an incredibly tranquil and peaceful environment, then visit the Rice University campus, which is set in woodland and is famous for its public artworks and architectural features.
If you fancy taking part in some outdoor pursuits, such as jogging or mountain biking, then head to Memorial Park.
Travel considerations
Flights to Houston, Texas with Qatar Airways land at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure.
Before you fly to Houston please check the visa and passport requirements.
Flying from Muscat
Muscat International Airport is a rapidly-expanding air transport hub that draws heavily on the design influences of Middle Eastern art.
Recent growth in passenger numbers has prompted a flurry of development, creating a more open, spacious departure area, and a greater choice when it comes to facilities, retail outlets and amenities.
Qatar Airways flights from Muscat take you to destinations around the world in comfort.
Transportation and parking
Both short and long-term parking is available close to the main terminal. Parking attendants are on duty to help with any queries, and to ensure that all vehicles left in the car parks are safe and secure while the owners are away. Pick-up and drop-off points are conveniently positioned right outside the terminal.
Car hire is available in the main entrance hall, while regular buses arrive every few minutes. Buses stop on Sultan Qaboos Highway outside of the airport complex. Taxis are available, and a pre-booked limousine service is also available for passengers travelling with certain carriers.
Arriving in Muscat
Qatar Airways flights from Muscat depart from the main terminal. Check the screens as you enter the departures hall to find out which check-in desks are designated for your flight.
The Plaza Premium Lounge offers a relaxing, comfortable area for passengers while they wait for their flight to be called, with access to plenty of facilities and amenities.
Facilities and amenities
There are a number of ATMs and a Foreign Exchange Bureaus on site, as well as tourist information, porter services, prayer rooms and shower rooms.
Duty-free shopping is available opposite Gate 4 on the ground floor, and a retail outlet selling a selection of magazines, books and goods is located near the east entrance.
A choice of food outlets can also be found in the departures area, including Asian eateries, and cafés selling light snacks and coffee.