MCT
Muscat
Oman
4,862 km
3,021 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
4,862 km
3,021 mi / 2,625 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
259°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

MCT PLF
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code MCT PLF
ICAO Code OOMS FTTP
City Muscat Pala
Country Oman Chad
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 48 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 9.380000, 14.930000

Muscat (MCT) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 4,862 kilometers (3,021 miles / 2,625 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.

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 Chad. 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 18:05 in Muscat, it's 15:05 in Pala. 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 1,484 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 66° (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 Muscat International Airport (MCT) and Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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