Airport Comparison
| CIU | MRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chippewa County International Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport |
| IATA Code | CIU | MRU |
| ICAO Code | KCIU | FIMP |
| City | Sault Ste Marie | Port Louis |
| Country | United States | Mauritius |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Indian/Mauritius |
| Elevation | 799 ft | 186 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.250000, -84.470000 | -20.430000, 57.680000 |
Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Port Louis (MRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 15,545 kilometers (9,659 miles / 8,394 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Mauritius. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:48 in Sault Ste Marie, it's 19:48 in Port Louis. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Sault Ste Marie (CIU) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.