MCT
Muscat
Oman
4,347 km
2,701 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
4,347 km
2,701 mi / 2,347 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
82°
east

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MCT SYM
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code MCT SYM
ICAO Code OOMS ZPSM
City Muscat Simao
Country Oman China
Timezone Asia/Muscat Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 48 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 22.790000, 100.960000

Muscat (MCT) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 4,347 kilometers (2,701 miles / 2,347 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 16:26 in Muscat, it's 20:26 in Simao. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Simao (SYM) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 280° (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 Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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