LIX
Likoma Island
Malawi
4,721 km
2,934 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
4,721 km
2,934 mi / 2,549 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
33°
north northeast

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LIX MCT
Airport Name Likoma Island Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code LIX MCT
ICAO Code FWLK OOMS
City Likoma Island Muscat
Country Malawi Oman
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Asia/Muscat
Elevation 1,600 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -12.080000, 34.730000 23.590000, 58.280000

Likoma Island (LIX) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 4,721 kilometers (2,934 miles / 2,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 Malawi 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 06:23 in Likoma Island, it's 08:23 in Muscat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,552 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Likoma Island Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Likoma Island (LIX) follows a heading of 215° (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 Likoma Island Airport (LIX) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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