MCT
Muscat
Oman
1,615 km
1,003 miles
RAH
Rafha
Saudi Arabia
Distance
1,615 km
1,003 mi / 872 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
298°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MCT RAH
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Rafha Domestic Airport
IATA Code MCT RAH
ICAO Code OOMS OERF
City Muscat Rafha
Country Oman Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Muscat Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 48 ft 1,474 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 29.630000, 43.490000

Muscat (MCT) to Rafha (RAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 1,615 kilometers (1,003 miles / 872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Oman with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:58 in Muscat, it's 21:58 in Rafha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,426 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). 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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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