ALX
Alexander City
United States
12,677 km
7,877 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
12,677 km
7,877 mi / 6,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Chicago
Heading
36°
northeast

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ALX MCT
Airport Name Thomas C Russell Field Muscat International Airport
IATA Code ALX MCT
ICAO Code KALX OOMS
City Alexander City Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Muscat
Elevation 686 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 32.910000, -85.960000 23.590000, 58.280000

Alexander City (ALX) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) in Alexander City, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 12,677 kilometers (7,877 miles / 6,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Alexander City, it's 18:54 in Muscat. 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.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Alexander City (ALX) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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