Airport Comparison
| MRU | NAU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Napuka Island Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | NAU |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | NTGN |
| City | Port Louis | Napuka Island |
| Country | Mauritius | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -14.180000, -141.270000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Napuka Island (NAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia is 15,645 kilometers (9,721 miles / 8,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:29 in Port Louis, it's 07:29 in Napuka Island. With a 14-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 Napuka Island (NAU) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 209° (south 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 Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) and Napuka Island Airport (NAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.