Airport Comparison
| JMS | MRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jamestown Regional Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport |
| IATA Code | JMS | MRU |
| ICAO Code | KJMS | FIMP |
| City | Jamestown | Port Louis |
| Country | United States | Mauritius |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Indian/Mauritius |
| Elevation | 1,500 ft | 186 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.930000, -98.680000 | -20.430000, 57.680000 |
Jamestown (JMS) to Port Louis (MRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jamestown Regional Airport (JMS) in Jamestown, United States to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 16,376 kilometers (10,175 miles / 8,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
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 08:27 in Jamestown, it's 18:27 in Port Louis. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,314 feet between the two airports. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport sits lower than Jamestown Regional Airport.
The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Jamestown (JMS) follows a heading of 330° (north 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 Jamestown Regional Airport (JMS) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.