Visiting Oman? Compare tourist SIM options from Omantel and Ooredoo.
Quick Answer
Both available at Muscat Airport (MCT). Omantel has wider rural coverage.
Omantel Tourist
- Hayyak Tourist (OMR 3) — 2GB data, 15 minutes, 7 days
- Hayyak Tourist Plus (OMR 5) — 5GB data, 30 minutes, 14 days
Ooredoo Tourist
- Hala Tourist (OMR 2.5) — 1.5GB data, 10 minutes, 7 days
- Hala Tourist Plus (OMR 5) — 5GB data, 30 minutes, 14 days
Planning a Desert or Mountain Trip?
If your itinerary includes Wahiba Sands, Jebel Akhdar, or Musandam rather than just Muscat, this decision matters more than it looks on paper — Omantel’s older, government-oil-and-gas-oriented network reaches those areas reliably, while Ooredoo’s newer rollout can drop out well before you reach a desert camp or mountain village.
Recommendation
Omantel for road trips and rural/wadi exploration — better coverage outside Muscat. Ooredoo for cheapest option if staying in cities.
Passport required. Available at MCT airport arrivals.
At a Glance
| Price Range | OMR 2.5–5 per pack |
| Data | 1.5 GB – 5 GB |
| Contract | No contract |
| Best For | Tourists visiting Muscat plus desert/mountain destinations |
| Last Verified | May 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Airport?
Yes, both at Muscat Airport.
Road trips?
Omantel — wider rural coverage.
Visiting Wahiba Sands, Jebel Akhdar, or Musandam?
Choose Omantel — its network reaches these areas more reliably than Ooredoo's more urban-focused rollout.
Registration?
Passport required.