The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 12,869 kilometers (7,996 miles / 6,949 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 08:50 in Fort Carson, it's 19:50 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 5,826 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Fort Carson (FCS) follows a heading of 345° (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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.