LXA
Lhasa
China
3,299 km
2,050 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
3,299 km
2,050 mi / 1,781 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
267°
west

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LXA MCT
Airport Name Lhasa Gonggar Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code LXA MCT
ICAO Code ZULS OOMS
City Lhasa Muscat
Country China Oman
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Muscat
Elevation 13,136 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 29.300000, 90.910000 23.590000, 58.280000

Lhasa (LXA) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) in Lhasa, China to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 3,299 kilometers (2,050 miles / 1,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 267°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 21:18 in Lhasa, it's 17:18 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 13,088 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Lhasa Gonggar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Lhasa (LXA) follows a heading of 72° (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 Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) and Muscat International Airport (MCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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