FBM
Lubumbashi
DR Congo
5,146 km
3,198 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
5,146 km
3,198 mi / 2,779 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Lubumbashi
Heading
40°
northeast

Airport Comparison

FBM MCT
Airport Name Lubumbashi International Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code FBM MCT
ICAO Code FZQA OOMS
City Lubumbashi Muscat
Country DR Congo Oman
Timezone Africa/Lubumbashi Asia/Muscat
Elevation 4,295 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -11.590000, 27.530000 23.590000, 58.280000

Lubumbashi (FBM) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) in Lubumbashi, DR Congo to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 5,146 kilometers (3,198 miles / 2,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 DR Congo 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 11:02 in Lubumbashi, it's 13:02 in Muscat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,247 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Lubumbashi International Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Lubumbashi (FBM) follows a heading of 224° (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 Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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