CHL
Challis
United States
12,403 km
7,707 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
12,403 km
7,707 mi / 6,697 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Boise
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

CHL MCT
Airport Name Challis Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code CHL MCT
ICAO Code KLLJ OOMS
City Challis Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/Boise Asia/Muscat
Elevation 5,076 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 23.590000, 58.280000

Challis (CHL) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 12,403 kilometers (7,707 miles / 6,697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 04:52 in Challis, it's 15:52 in Muscat. With a 11-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 5,028 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 354° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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