Airport Comparison
| MRU | MSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Massena International-Richards Field |
| IATA Code | MRU | MSS |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KMSS |
| City | Port Louis | Massena |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 221 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 44.940000, -74.850000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Massena (MSS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Massena International-Richards Field (MSS) in Massena, United States is 14,903 kilometers (9,260 miles / 8,047 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 17:17 in Port Louis, it's 08:17 in Massena. 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 Massena (MSS) 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 Massena International-Richards Field (MSS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.