Airport Comparison
| MRU | PGS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Grand Canyon Caverns Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | PGS |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KL37 |
| City | Port Louis | Peach Springs |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 5,397 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 35.530000, -113.250000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Peach Springs (PGS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Grand Canyon Caverns Airport (PGS) in Peach Springs, United States is 18,117 kilometers (11,257 miles / 9,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.
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 17:43 in Port Louis, it's 06:43 in Peach Springs. With a 11-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 5,211 feet between the two airports. Grand Canyon Caverns 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 Peach Springs (PGS) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Grand Canyon Caverns Airport (PGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.