JIC
Jinchang
China
4,464 km
2,774 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
4,464 km
2,774 mi / 2,411 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
261°
west

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JIC MCT
Airport Name Jinchuan Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code JIC MCT
ICAO Code ZLJC OOMS
City Jinchang Muscat
Country China Oman
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Muscat
Elevation 4,740 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 38.540000, 102.350000 23.590000, 58.280000

Jinchang (JIC) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jinchuan Airport (JIC) in Jinchang, China to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 4,464 kilometers (2,774 miles / 2,411 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 261°.

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 China with Oman. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Jinchang, it's 20:55 in Muscat. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,692 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Jinchuan Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Jinchang (JIC) follows a heading of 58° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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