HDS
Hoedspruit
South Africa
6,088 km
3,783 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
6,088 km
3,783 mi / 3,287 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
31°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

HDS MCT
Airport Name Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code HDS MCT
ICAO Code FAHS OOMS
City Hoedspruit Muscat
Country South Africa Oman
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Muscat
Elevation 1,743 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -24.370000, 31.050000 23.590000, 58.280000

Hoedspruit (HDS) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 6,088 kilometers (3,783 miles / 3,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 05:26 in Hoedspruit, it's 07:26 in Muscat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,695 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 211° (south 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 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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