The flight distance from Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) in Iowa City, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 12,125 kilometers (7,534 miles / 6,547 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 01:40 in Iowa City, it's 11:40 in Muscat. With a 10-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 Iowa City (IOW) follows a heading of 337° (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 Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.