MCT
Muscat
Oman
13,519 km
8,400 miles
WJF
Lancaster
United States
Distance
13,519 km
8,400 mi / 7,299 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-12h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

MCT WJF
Airport Name Muscat International Airport General Wm J Fox Airfield
IATA Code MCT WJF
ICAO Code OOMS KWJF
City Muscat Lancaster
Country Oman United States
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 48 ft 2,351 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 34.740000, -118.220000

Muscat (MCT) to Lancaster (WJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) in Lancaster, United States is 13,519 kilometers (8,400 miles / 7,299 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 16:01 in Muscat, it's 04:01 in Lancaster. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,303 feet between the two airports. General Wm J Fox Airfield sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Lancaster (WJF) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 4° (north). 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 General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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