GAB
Gabbs
United States
13,053 km
8,111 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
13,053 km
8,111 mi / 7,048 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+12h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
north

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GAB MCT
Airport Name Gabbs Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code GAB MCT
ICAO Code KGAB OOMS
City Gabbs Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Muscat
Elevation 4,699 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 38.920000, -117.960000 23.590000, 58.280000

Gabbs (GAB) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gabbs Airport (GAB) in Gabbs, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 13,053 kilometers (8,111 miles / 7,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

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 03:59 in Gabbs, it's 15:59 in Muscat. With a 12-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 4,651 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Gabbs Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Gabbs (GAB) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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