GAL
Galena
United States
9,737 km
6,050 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
9,737 km
6,050 mi / 5,258 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/Anchorage
Heading
328°
north northwest

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GAL MCT
Airport Name Edward G Pitka Sr Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code GAL MCT
ICAO Code PAGA OOMS
City Galena Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Muscat
Elevation 154 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 64.740000, -156.930000 23.590000, 58.280000

Galena (GAL) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) in Galena, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 9,737 kilometers (6,050 miles / 5,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 03:55 in Galena, it's 16:55 in Muscat. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Galena (GAL) follows a heading of 14° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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