MCT
Muscat
Oman
12,126 km
7,535 miles
VJI
Abingdon
United States
Distance
12,126 km
7,535 mi / 6,547 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MCT VJI
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Virginia Highlands Airport
IATA Code MCT VJI
ICAO Code OOMS KVJI
City Muscat Abingdon
Country Oman United States
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/New_York
Elevation 48 ft 2,087 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 36.690000, -82.030000

Muscat (MCT) to Abingdon (VJI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Virginia Highlands Airport (VJI) in Abingdon, United States is 12,126 kilometers (7,535 miles / 6,547 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 15:04 in Muscat, it's 06:04 in Abingdon. 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 2,039 feet between the two airports. Virginia Highlands Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Abingdon (VJI) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 38° (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 Virginia Highlands Airport (VJI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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