The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Wamena Airport (WMX) in Wamena-Papua Island, Indonesia is 9,245 kilometers (5,745 miles / 4,992 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:42 in Muscat, it's 06:42 in Wamena-Papua Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,037 feet between the two airports. Wamena Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Wamena-Papua Island (WMX) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 294° (west northwest). 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 Wamena Airport (WMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.