ABQ
Albuquerque
United States
13,304 km
8,267 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
13,304 km
8,267 mi / 7,184 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Denver
Heading
16°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

ABQ MCT
Airport Name Albuquerque International Sunport Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code ABQ MCT
ICAO Code KABQ OOMS
City Albuquerque Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Muscat
Elevation 5,355 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 35.040000, -106.610000 23.590000, 58.280000

Albuquerque (ABQ) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 13,304 kilometers (8,267 miles / 7,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Oman. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:56 in Albuquerque, it's 00:56 in Muscat. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,307 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 346° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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