Airport Comparison
| MRU | RZA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Santa Cruz Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | RZA |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | SAWU |
| City | Port Louis | Santa Cruz |
| Country | Mauritius | Argentina |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 364 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -50.020000, -68.580000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Santa Cruz (RZA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina is 10,573 kilometers (6,570 miles / 5,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:00 in Port Louis, it's 22:00 in Santa Cruz. With a 7-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 Santa Cruz (RZA) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 131° (southeast). 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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.