GNF
Quincy
United States
12,950 km
8,047 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
12,950 km
8,047 mi / 6,993 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+12h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

GNF MCT
Airport Name Gansner Field Muscat International Airport
IATA Code GNF MCT
ICAO Code K2O1 OOMS
City Quincy Muscat
Country United States Oman
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Muscat
Elevation 3,419 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 39.940000, -120.950000 23.590000, 58.280000

Quincy (GNF) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gansner Field (GNF) in Quincy, United States to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 12,950 kilometers (8,047 miles / 6,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

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 01:56 in Quincy, it's 13:56 in Muscat. With a 12-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 3,371 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Gansner Field.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Quincy (GNF) follows a heading of 359° (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 Gansner Field (GNF) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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