MCT
Muscat
Oman
6,106 km
3,794 miles
RUG
Rugao
China
Distance
6,106 km
3,794 mi / 3,297 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
66°
east northeast

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MCT RUG
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Rugao Air Base
IATA Code MCT RUG
ICAO Code OOMS ZSRG
City Muscat Rugao
Country Oman China
Timezone Asia/Muscat Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 48 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 32.260000, 120.500000

Muscat (MCT) to Rugao (RUG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Rugao Air Base (RUG) in Rugao, China is 6,106 kilometers (3,794 miles / 3,297 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:06 in Muscat, it's 17:06 in Rugao. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rugao (RUG) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 278° (west). 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 Rugao Air Base (RUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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