MCT
Muscat
Oman
5,956 km
3,701 miles
SQJ
Sanming
China
Distance
5,956 km
3,701 mi / 3,216 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
74°
east northeast

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MCT SQJ
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Sanming Shaxian Airport
IATA Code MCT SQJ
ICAO Code OOMS ZSSM
City Muscat Sanming
Country Oman China
Timezone Asia/Muscat Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 48 ft 820 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 26.430000, 117.840000

Muscat (MCT) to Sanming (SQJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ) in Sanming, China is 5,956 kilometers (3,701 miles / 3,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:47 in Muscat, it's 01:47 in Sanming. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sanming (SQJ) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 281° (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 Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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