BFN
Bloemfontain
South Africa
6,783 km
4,215 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
6,783 km
4,215 mi / 3,663 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
34°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BFN MCT
Airport Name J B M Hertzog International Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code BFN MCT
ICAO Code FABL OOMS
City Bloemfontain Muscat
Country South Africa Oman
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Muscat
Elevation 4,458 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -29.090000, 26.300000 23.590000, 58.280000

Bloemfontain (BFN) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 6,783 kilometers (4,215 miles / 3,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 34°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:29 in Bloemfontain, it's 19:29 in Muscat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,410 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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