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Connecting route · China → Oman

Flights from Shanghai to Muscat

There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Muscat. The easiest way is one stop via Dubai or Beijing, about 11h 00m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 10h 53m
SHAMCTDXB

Shanghai to Muscat at a glance

Fastest journey10h 53mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Dubai or Beijing

Best ways to fly from Shanghai to Muscat

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
SHA Dubai (DXB) MCT
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Emirates · Leg 2: Emirates, flydubai, Oman Air
One airline, one ticket ~11h 00m
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2
SHA Beijing (PKX) MCT
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China United Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~10h 53m
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3
SHA Doha (DOH) MCT
Leg 1: Qatar Airways · Leg 2: Oman Air, Qatar Airways, SalamAir
One airline, one ticket ~11h 53m
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4
SHA Manama (BAH) MCT
Leg 1: Gulf Air · Leg 2: Gulf Air, Oman Air, SalamAir
One airline, one ticket ~12h 05m
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5
SHA Hong Kong (HKG) MCT
Leg 1: Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines · Leg 2: Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways
Same alliance ~11h 07m
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SHA Hanoi (HAN) MCT
Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air · Leg 2: Ethiopian Airlines
Same alliance ~11h 00m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
6,204 km3,853 miles
Journey time
10h 53mestimate
Time difference
-4hMuscat vs Shanghai
Currency in Muscat
USD
Airports
PVG, SHA → MCT

Flights from Shanghai to Muscat: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Muscat?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Dubai, Beijing and Doha. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Muscat?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 10h 53m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 6,204 km.
Where do you change planes between Shanghai and Muscat?
The best connecting points are Dubai (DXB), Beijing (PKX), Doha (DOH) and Manama (BAH). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Dubai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Shanghai and Muscat?
Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Muscat: Muscat International Airport (MCT).
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Muscat?
Muscat is 4 hours behind Shanghai.

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