Muscat, Oman → Mumbai, India · ✈ 2h 29min · 🚗 25h 42min
854 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Muscat to Mumbai is 1,582 km (983 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 29min.
The straight-line distance from Muscat, Oman to Mumbai, India is approximately 1,582 kilometers (983 miles or 854 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Mumbai is located southeast of Muscat. Muscat is in Asia, in the Muscat region of Oman, while Mumbai is in Asia, in West India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,582 km | ~2h 29min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,057 km | ~25h 42min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,898 km | ~15h 49min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Muscat to Mumbai. For 1,582 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,057 km, fuel costs for driving from Muscat to Mumbai are approximately $165–$309 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 Mumbai is located at 19.0760°N, 72.8777°E. The initial compass bearing from Muscat to Mumbai is 106° (ESE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Muscat 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 4.51° and the longitude difference is 14.49°. 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 Mumbai is approximately 21.4882°N, 65.7424°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 791 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.
Mumbai is roughly 1 hour ahead of Muscat. When it is 09:00 in Muscat, it is approximately 10:00 in Mumbai. 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.
Mumbai is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 12,442,373. Situated in the West India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Mumbai is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,582 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 1,582 km between Muscat and Mumbai means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.3 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 29min.
Combined, Muscat and Mumbai have a population of over 13,863,782 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Muscat to Mumbai is approximately 1,582 kilometers (983 miles, 854 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 29min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 25h 42min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Mumbai is approximately +1h ahead compared to Muscat.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,057 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,582 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.