Dubai, United Arab Emirates → Muscat, Oman · ✈ 57 min · 🚗 5h 54min
196 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: east
The distance from Dubai to Muscat is 363 km (226 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 57 min.
The straight-line distance from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Muscat, Oman is approximately 363 kilometers (226 miles or 196 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Muscat is located east of Dubai. Dubai is in Asia, in the Dubai region of United Arab Emirates, while Muscat is in Asia, in Muscat, Oman. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 363 km | ~57 min | Quick but may not save time with airport procedures |
| 🚗 Drive | ~472 km | ~5h 54min | Convenient and flexible |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~436 km | ~3h 38min | Budget-friendly option |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dubai to Muscat. At this distance, driving gives you the most flexibility and avoids airport overhead.
Based on an estimated road distance of 472 km, fuel costs for driving from Dubai to Muscat are approximately $38–$71 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Dubai sits at 25.2048°N, 55.2708°E, while Muscat is located at 23.5880°N, 58.3829°E. The initial compass bearing from Dubai to Muscat is 119° (ESE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dubai heading roughly ESE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 1.62° and the longitude difference is 3.11°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Dubai and Muscat is approximately 24.4043°N, 56.8368°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 182 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Dubai and Muscat share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dubai is a major city in United Arab Emirates with a population of approximately 3,331,420. Located in the Dubai region, it is an important hub in Asia. Dubai is a significant metropolitan area in United Arab Emirates with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Muscat is a notable city in Oman with a population of approximately 1,421,409. Situated in the Muscat region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Muscat offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Oman.
363 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
The distance from Dubai to Muscat (363 km) is roughly equivalent to 9 marathon distances laid end to end.
The straight-line distance from Dubai to Muscat is approximately 363 kilometers (226 miles, 196 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 57 min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 5h 54min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Muscat is approximately Same timezone compared to Dubai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 472 km, which is about 30% longer than the 363 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.