Airport Comparison
| MRU | PHO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Point Hope Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | PHO |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | PAPO |
| City | Port Louis | Point Hope |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Nome |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 68.350000, -166.800000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Point Hope (PHO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Point Hope Airport (PHO) in Point Hope, United States is 13,880 kilometers (8,625 miles / 7,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.
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 18:13 in Port Louis, it's 05:13 in Point Hope. With a 13-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 Point Hope (PHO) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). 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 Point Hope Airport (PHO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.