Airport Comparison
| MRU | MSL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Northwest Alabama Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | MSL |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KMSL |
| City | Port Louis | Muscle Shoals |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 551 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 34.750000, -87.610000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Muscle Shoals (MSL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) in Muscle Shoals, United States is 16,267 kilometers (10,108 miles / 8,784 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
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 Mauritius with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:45 in Port Louis, it's 08:45 in Muscle Shoals. 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.
The return flight from Muscle Shoals (MSL) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 74° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) and Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.