MCT
Muscat
Oman
4,694 km
2,917 miles
ZHY
Zhongwei
China
Distance
4,694 km
2,917 mi / 2,535 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Muscat
Heading
59°
east northeast

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MCT ZHY
Airport Name Muscat International Airport Zhongwei Shapotou Airport
IATA Code MCT ZHY
ICAO Code OOMS ZLZW
City Muscat Zhongwei
Country Oman China
Timezone Asia/Muscat Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 48 ft 8,202 ft
Coordinates 23.590000, 58.280000 37.570000, 105.150000

Muscat (MCT) to Zhongwei (ZHY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Muscat International Airport (MCT) in Muscat, Oman to Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) in Zhongwei, China is 4,694 kilometers (2,917 miles / 2,535 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 23:36 in Muscat, it's 03:36 in Zhongwei. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,154 feet between the two airports. Zhongwei Shapotou 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 Zhongwei (ZHY) to Muscat (MCT) follows a heading of 264° (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 Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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