MCT
Muscat
Oman
4,647 km
2,887 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
4,647 km
2,887 mi / 2,509 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
222°
southwest

Airport Comparison

MCT MMQ
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code MCT MMQ
ICAO Code OOMS FLBA
City Muscat Mbala
Country Oman Zambia
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 48 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Muscat (MCT) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 4,647 kilometers (2,887 miles / 2,509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 Oman with Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:56 in Muscat, it's 23:56 in Mbala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,406 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 39° (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 Muscat International Airport (MCT) and Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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