GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
6,396 km
3,974 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
6,396 km
3,974 mi / 3,453 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
33°
north northeast

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GCJ MCT
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code GCJ MCT
ICAO Code FAGC OOMS
City Midrand Muscat
Country South Africa Oman
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Muscat
Elevation 5,325 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 23.590000, 58.280000

Midrand (GCJ) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 6,396 kilometers (3,974 miles / 3,453 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 South Africa 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 18:40 in Midrand, it's 20:40 in Muscat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,277 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Grand Central Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Midrand (GCJ) 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 Grand Central Airport (GCJ) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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