MCT
Muscat
Oman
4,044 km
2,513 miles
SHY
Shinyanga
Tanzania
Distance
4,044 km
2,513 mi / 2,184 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
225°
southwest

Airport Comparison

MCT SHY
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Shinyanga Airport
IATA Code MCT SHY
ICAO Code OOMS HTSY
City Muscat Shinyanga
Country Oman Tanzania
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 48 ft 3,800 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 -3.610000, 33.500000

Muscat (MCT) to Shinyanga (SHY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 4,044 kilometers (2,513 miles / 2,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 Tanzania. 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 19:23 in Muscat, it's 18:23 in Shinyanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,752 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 40° (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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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