MCT
Muscat
Oman
2,866 km
1,781 miles
PPL
Phaplu
Nepal
Distance
2,866 km
1,781 mi / 1,548 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.75h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
75°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

MCT PPL
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Phaplu Airport
IATA Code MCT PPL
ICAO Code OOMS VNPL
City Muscat Phaplu
Country Oman Nepal
Timezone Asia/Muscat Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 48 ft 7,918 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 27.520000, 86.580000

Muscat (MCT) to Phaplu (PPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal is 2,866 kilometers (1,781 miles / 1,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:48 in Muscat, it's 18:33 in Phaplu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,870 feet between the two airports. Phaplu 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 Phaplu (PPL) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 268° (west). 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 Phaplu Airport (PPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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