Airport Comparison
| MRU | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SFO |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KSFO |
| City | Port Louis | San Francisco |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 18,104 kilometers (11,249 miles / 9,775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north at a heading of 0°.
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 08:32 in Port Louis, it's 20:32 in San Francisco. 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.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 360° (north). 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 San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.