MCT
Muscat
Oman
12,997 km
8,076 miles
NHX
Foley
United States
Distance
12,997 km
8,076 mi / 7,018 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MCT NHX
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Barin Nolf Airport
IATA Code MCT NHX
ICAO Code OOMS KNBJ
City Muscat Foley
Country Oman United States
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/Chicago
Elevation 48 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 30.390000, -87.630000

Muscat (MCT) to Foley (NHX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Barin Nolf Airport (NHX) in Foley, United States is 12,997 kilometers (8,076 miles / 7,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:11 in Muscat, it's 13:11 in Foley. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Foley (NHX) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 35° (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 Barin Nolf Airport (NHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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