LXG
Luang Namtha
Laos
4,430 km
2,753 miles
MCT
Muscat
Oman
Distance
4,430 km
2,753 mi / 2,392 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Vientiane
Heading
282°
west northwest

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LXG MCT
Airport Name Luang Namtha Airport Muscat International Airport
IATA Code LXG MCT
ICAO Code VLLN OOMS
City Luang Namtha Muscat
Country Laos Oman
Timezone Asia/Vientiane Asia/Muscat
Elevation 1,968 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 20.970000, 101.400000 23.590000, 58.280000

Luang Namtha (LXG) to Muscat (MCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos to Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman is 4,430 kilometers (2,753 miles / 2,392 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:28 in Luang Namtha, it's 20:28 in Muscat. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,920 feet between the two airports. Muscat International Airport sits lower than Luang Namtha Airport.

The return flight from Muscat (MCT) to Luang Namtha (LXG) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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