MCT
Muscat
Oman
2,353 km
1,462 miles
SHC
Shire
Ethiopia
Distance
2,353 km
1,462 mi / 1,270 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
247°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

MCT SHC
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Shire Airport
IATA Code MCT SHC
ICAO Code OOMS HASR
City Muscat Shire
Country Oman Ethiopia
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 48 ft 6,207 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 14.080000, 38.270000

Muscat (MCT) to Shire (SHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 2,353 kilometers (1,462 miles / 1,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 22:57 in Muscat, it's 21:57 in Shire.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,159 feet between the two airports. Shire 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 Shire (SHC) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 60° (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 Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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