Airport Comparison
| MRU | RIV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | March Arb Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | RIV |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KRIV |
| City | Port Louis | Riverside |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 1,536 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 33.880000, -117.260000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Riverside (RIV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to March Arb Airport (RIV) in Riverside, United States is 18,439 kilometers (11,457 miles / 9,956 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
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 15:44 in Port Louis, it's 03:44 in Riverside. With a 12-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 1,350 feet between the two airports. March Arb Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The return flight from Riverside (RIV) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 20° (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 March Arb Airport (RIV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.