GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
3,074 km
1,910 miles
MRU
Port Louis
Mauritius
Distance
3,074 km
1,910 mi / 1,660 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
85°
east

Airport Comparison

GCJ MRU
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
IATA Code GCJ MRU
ICAO Code FAGC FIMP
City Midrand Port Louis
Country South Africa Mauritius
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Indian/Mauritius
Elevation 5,325 ft 186 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 -20.430000, 57.680000

Midrand (GCJ) to Port Louis (MRU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 3,074 kilometers (1,910 miles / 1,660 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Mauritius. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:57 in Midrand, it's 20:57 in Port Louis.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,139 feet between the two airports. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport sits lower than Grand Central Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Grand Central Airport (GCJ) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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