MCT
Muscat
Oman
13,676 km
8,498 miles
VHN
Van Horn
United States
Distance
13,676 km
8,498 mi / 7,384 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MCT VHN
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Culberson County Airport
IATA Code MCT VHN
ICAO Code OOMS KVHN
City Muscat Van Horn
Country Oman United States
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/Chicago
Elevation 48 ft 3,957 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 31.060000, -104.780000

Muscat (MCT) to Van Horn (VHN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Culberson County Airport (VHN) in Van Horn, United States is 13,676 kilometers (8,498 miles / 7,384 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:12 in Muscat, it's 08:12 in Van Horn. With a 10-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 3,909 feet between the two airports. Culberson County Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Van Horn (VHN) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 19° (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 Culberson County Airport (VHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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