MCT
Muscat
Oman
6,203 km
3,854 miles
NLP
Nelspruit
South Africa
Distance
6,203 km
3,854 mi / 3,349 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
210°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

MCT NLP
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Nelspruit Airport
IATA Code MCT NLP
ICAO Code OOMS FANS
City Muscat Nelspruit
Country Oman South Africa
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 48 ft 2,875 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 -25.500000, 30.910000

Muscat (MCT) to Nelspruit (NLP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Nelspruit Airport (NLP) in Nelspruit, South Africa is 6,203 kilometers (3,854 miles / 3,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:56 in Muscat, it's 22:56 in Nelspruit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,827 feet between the two airports. Nelspruit Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Nelspruit (NLP) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Nelspruit Airport (NLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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