Airport Comparison
Muscat (MCT) to Macara (MRR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) in Macara, Ecuador is 15,055 kilometers (9,355 miles / 8,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
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 Ecuador. 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 04:18 in Muscat, it's 19:18 in Macara. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,460 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.
The return flight from Macara (MRR) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.