LNJ
Lincang
China
4,236 km
2,632 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
4,236 km
2,632 mi / 2,287 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
278°
west

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LNJ MCT
Airport Name Lincang Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code LNJ MCT
ICAO Code ZPLC OOMS
City Lincang Muscat
Country China Oman
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Muscat
Elevation 6,127 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 23.740000, 100.030000 23.590000, 58.280000

Lincang (LNJ) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lincang Airport (LNJ) in Lincang, China to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 4,236 kilometers (2,632 miles / 2,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 China with Oman. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:40 in Lincang, it's 17:40 in Muscat. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,079 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Lincang Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Lincang (LNJ) follows a heading of 81° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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