Airport Comparison
| MRU | PTH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Port Heiden Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | PTH |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | PAPH |
| City | Port Louis | Port Heiden |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 95 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 56.960000, -158.630000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Port Heiden (PTH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States is 14,986 kilometers (9,312 miles / 8,092 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.
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 22:41 in Port Louis, it's 09:41 in Port Heiden. 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 Port Heiden (PTH) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 309° (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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.