MCT
Muscat
Oman
4,979 km
3,094 miles
VVZ
Illizi
Algeria
Distance
4,979 km
3,094 mi / 2,689 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
285°
west northwest

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MCT VVZ
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Illizi Takhamalt Airport
IATA Code MCT VVZ
ICAO Code OOMS DAAP
City Muscat Illizi
Country Oman Algeria
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Algiers
Elevation 48 ft 1,778 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 26.720000, 8.620000

Muscat (MCT) to Illizi (VVZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Illizi Takhamalt Airport (VVZ) in Illizi, Algeria is 4,979 kilometers (3,094 miles / 2,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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 Algeria. 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 10:56 in Muscat, it's 07:56 in Illizi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,730 feet between the two airports. Illizi Takhamalt Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Illizi (VVZ) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Illizi Takhamalt Airport (VVZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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