Dubai to Sohar flights
Sohar lies 163 km (101 mi) south-east of Dubai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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.
| Dubai | Sohar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Oman |
| Population | 3.8 million | 108,274 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Muscat) |
| Nearest large airport | DXB, 20 km out | OHS, 10 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sohar
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 Dubai
Dubai is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Dubai International Airport (DXB), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 14,590-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 25 km), Sharjah International Airport (SHJ, 35 km), Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT, 87 km), Al Ain International Airport (AAN, 96 km), Zayed International Airport (AUH, 97 km).
Arriving in Sohar
Sohar is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Suhar International Airport (OHS), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 13,173-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Fujairah International Airport (FJR, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suhar International Airport | OHS | 10 km (6 mi) | 13,173 ft | 20 ft |
| Fujairah International Airport | FJR | 93 km (58 mi) | 10,007 ft | 152 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sohar from Dubai?
163 km (101 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Dubai.
How long does it take to get from Dubai to Sohar by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dubai and Sohar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dubai to Sohar flights?
Typically Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Suhar International Airport (OHS); Sohar also has FJR.
What currency do I need in Sohar?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.