MCT
Muscat
Oman
12,271 km
7,625 miles
SSC
Sumter
United States
Distance
12,271 km
7,625 mi / 6,626 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
324°
northwest

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MCT SSC
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Shaw Afb Airport
IATA Code MCT SSC
ICAO Code OOMS KSSC
City Muscat Sumter
Country Oman United States
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/New_York
Elevation 48 ft 241 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 33.970000, -80.470000

Muscat (MCT) to Sumter (SSC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Shaw Afb Airport (SSC) in Sumter, United States is 12,271 kilometers (7,625 miles / 6,626 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Oman with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:59 in Muscat, it's 09:59 in Sumter. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sumter (SSC) 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 Shaw Afb Airport (SSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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