MCT
Muscat
Oman
13,461 km
8,365 miles
MRD
Merida
Venezuela
Distance
13,461 km
8,365 mi / 7,269 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
297°
west northwest

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MCT MRD
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Alberto Carnevalli Airport
IATA Code MCT MRD
ICAO Code OOMS SVMD
City Muscat Merida
Country Oman Venezuela
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/Caracas
Elevation 48 ft 5,007 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 8.580000, -71.160000

Muscat (MCT) to Merida (MRD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 13,461 kilometers (8,365 miles / 7,269 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:13 in Muscat, it's 04:13 in Merida. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,959 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Merida (MRD) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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