MCT
Muscat
Oman
6,459 km
4,013 miles
RCB
Richards Bay
South Africa
Distance
6,459 km
4,013 mi / 3,488 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
207°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

MCT RCB
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Richards Bay Airport
IATA Code MCT RCB
ICAO Code OOMS FARB
City Muscat Richards Bay
Country Oman South Africa
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 48 ft 109 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 -28.740000, 32.090000

Muscat (MCT) to Richards Bay (RCB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay, South Africa is 6,459 kilometers (4,013 miles / 3,488 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

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 South Africa. 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 19:42 in Muscat, it's 17:42 in Richards Bay.

The return flight from Richards Bay (RCB) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Richards Bay Airport (RCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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