MCT
Muscat
Oman
11,827 km
7,349 miles
XWA
Williston
United States
Distance
11,827 km
7,349 mi / 6,386 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MCT XWA
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Williston Basin International Airport
IATA Code MCT XWA
ICAO Code OOMS KXWA
City Muscat Williston
Country Oman United States
Timezone Asia/Muscat America/Chicago
Elevation 48 ft 2,356 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 48.260000, -103.750000

Muscat (MCT) to Williston (XWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) in Williston, United States is 11,827 kilometers (7,349 miles / 6,386 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 20:45 in Muscat, it's 10:45 in Williston. With a 10-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 2,308 feet between the two airports. Williston Basin International Airport sits higher than Muscat International Airport.

The return flight from Williston (XWA) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 17° (north 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 Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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