Airport Comparison
| MRU | SHY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Shinyanga Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SHY |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | HTSY |
| City | Port Louis | Shinyanga |
| Country | Mauritius | Tanzania |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 3,800 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -3.610000, 33.500000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Shinyanga (SHY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 3,217 kilometers (1,999 miles / 1,737 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mauritius with Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:04 in Port Louis, it's 23:04 in Shinyanga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,614 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 128° (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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.