BLZ
Blantyre
Malawi
5,048 km
3,137 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
5,048 km
3,137 mi / 2,726 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
31°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BLZ MCT
Airport Name Chileka International Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code BLZ MCT
ICAO Code FWCL OOMS
City Blantyre Muscat
Country Malawi Oman
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Asia/Muscat
Elevation 2,555 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -15.680000, 34.970000 23.590000, 58.280000

Blantyre (BLZ) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 5,048 kilometers (3,137 miles / 2,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:20 in Blantyre, it's 23:20 in Muscat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,507 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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