Airport Comparison
| MRU | RSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Russian Mission Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | RSH |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | PARS |
| City | Port Louis | Russian Mission |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 58 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 61.770000, -161.320000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Russian Mission (RSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Russian Mission Airport (RSH) in Russian Mission, United States is 14,533 kilometers (9,030 miles / 7,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
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 19:34 in Port Louis, it's 06:34 in Russian Mission. 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 Russian Mission (RSH) 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 Russian Mission Airport (RSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.