MCT
Muscat
Oman
5,871 km
3,648 miles
SJQ
Sesheke
Zambia
Distance
5,871 km
3,648 mi / 3,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
222°
southwest

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MCT SJQ
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Sesheke Airport
IATA Code MCT SJQ
ICAO Code OOMS FLSS
City Muscat Sesheke
Country Oman Zambia
Timezone Asia/Muscat Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 48 ft 3,100 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 -17.480000, 24.300000

Muscat (MCT) to Sesheke (SJQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Sesheke Airport (SJQ) in Sesheke, Zambia is 5,871 kilometers (3,648 miles / 3,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 Zambia. 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 16:19 in Muscat, it's 14:19 in Sesheke.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,052 feet between the two airports. Sesheke Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Sesheke (SJQ) 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 Sesheke Airport (SJQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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