Abu Dhabi to Şaḩam flights
Şaḩam lies 254 km (158 mi) east of Abu Dhabi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Abu Dhabi | Şaḩam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Oman |
| Population | 1.8 million | 140,000 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Muscat) |
| Nearest large airport | AUH, 26 km out | OHS, 36 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Şaḩam
Crossing from United Arab Emirates into Oman: money changes from the Dirham to the Rial (OMR); sockets are BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +968; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q4676624.
Airports at each end
Leaving Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Zayed International Airport (AUH), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 13,471-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 92 km).
Arriving in Şaḩam
Şaḩam is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Suhar International Airport (OHS), 36 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 13,173-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suhar International Airport | OHS | 36 km (22 mi) | 13,173 ft | 20 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Şaḩam from Abu Dhabi?
254 km (158 mi) in a straight line, east of Abu Dhabi.
How long does it take to get from Abu Dhabi to Şaḩam by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abu Dhabi and Şaḩam?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Abu Dhabi to Şaḩam flights?
Typically Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Suhar International Airport (OHS).
What currency do I need in Şaḩam?
The Rial (OMR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.