Muscat, Oman → Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · ✈ 2h 59min · 🚗 32h 13min
1,071 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: southwest
The distance from Muscat to Jeddah is 1,983 km (1,232 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 59min.
The straight-line distance from Muscat, Oman to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is approximately 1,983 kilometers (1,232 miles or 1,071 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Jeddah is located southwest of Muscat. Muscat is in Asia, in the Muscat region of Oman, while Jeddah is in Asia, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,983 km | ~2h 59min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,578 km | ~32h 13min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~2,380 km | ~19h 50min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Muscat to Jeddah. For 1,983 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,578 km, fuel costs for driving from Muscat to Jeddah are approximately $206–$387 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.
Muscat sits at 23.5880°N, 58.3829°E, while Jeddah is located at 21.4858°N, 39.1925°E. The initial compass bearing from Muscat to Jeddah is 267° (W), so a great-circle flight path leaves Muscat heading roughly W. 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 2.10° and the longitude difference is 19.19°. 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 Muscat and Jeddah is approximately 22.8241°N, 48.7140°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 992 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Jeddah is roughly 1 hour behind Muscat. When it is 09:00 in Muscat, it is approximately 08:00 in Jeddah. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Muscat is a major city in Oman with a population of approximately 1,421,409. Located in the Muscat region, it is an important hub in Asia. Muscat is a significant metropolitan area in Oman with good domestic and international transport connections.
Jeddah is a notable city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 4,697,000. Situated in the Makkah region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Jeddah offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Saudi Arabia.
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1,983 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,983 km between Muscat and Jeddah means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 6.6 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 59min.
The straight-line distance from Muscat to Jeddah is approximately 1,983 kilometers (1,232 miles, 1,071 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 59min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 32h 13min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Jeddah is approximately -1h behind compared to Muscat.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,578 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,983 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.