GIF
Winter Haven
United States
12,850 km
7,985 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
12,850 km
7,985 mi / 6,939 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/New_York
Heading
41°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GIF MCT
Airport Name Winter Haven Regional Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code GIF MCT
ICAO Code KGIF OOMS
City Winter Haven Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Muscat
Elevation 146 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 28.060000, -81.750000 23.590000, 58.280000

Winter Haven (GIF) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Winter Haven Regional Airport (GIF) in Winter Haven, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 12,850 kilometers (7,985 miles / 6,939 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 16:59 in Winter Haven, it's 01:59 in Muscat. With a 9-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 Winter Haven (GIF) follows a heading of 321° (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 Winter Haven Regional Airport (GIF) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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