Airport Comparison
| MRU | MSU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Moshoeshoe I International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | MSU |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | FXMM |
| City | Port Louis | Maseru |
| Country | Mauritius | Lesotho |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Africa/Maseru |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 5,348 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -29.460000, 27.550000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Maseru (MSU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) in Maseru, Lesotho is 3,188 kilometers (1,981 miles / 1,722 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.
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 Mauritius with Lesotho. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:03 in Port Louis, it's 18:03 in Maseru.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,162 feet between the two airports. Moshoeshoe I International Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Maseru (MSU) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 79° (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 Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.