CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,651 km
4,754 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
7,651 km
4,754 mi / 4,131 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
39°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MCT
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code CPT MCT
ICAO Code FACT OOMS
City Cape Town Muscat
Country South Africa Oman
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Muscat
Elevation 151 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 23.590000, 58.280000

Cape Town (CPT) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 7,651 kilometers (4,754 miles / 4,131 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 10:26 in Cape Town, it's 12:26 in Muscat.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 215° (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 Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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