MCH
Machala
Ecuador
14,995 km
9,318 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
14,995 km
9,318 mi / 8,097 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
59°
east northeast

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MCH MCT
Airport Name General Manuel Serrano Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code MCH MCT
ICAO Code SEMH OOMS
City Machala Muscat
Country Ecuador Oman
Timezone America/Guayaquil Asia/Muscat
Elevation 11 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -3.270000, -79.960000 23.590000, 58.280000

Machala (MCH) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 14,995 kilometers (9,318 miles / 8,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 Ecuador with Oman. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:18 in Machala, it's 08:18 in Muscat. With a 9-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 Machala (MCH) follows a heading of 290° (west 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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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