Airport Comparison
| MRU | SLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Smith Field |
| IATA Code | MRU | SLG |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KSLG |
| City | Port Louis | Siloam Springs |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 1,191 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 36.190000, -94.490000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Siloam Springs (SLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Smith Field (SLG) in Siloam Springs, United States is 16,795 kilometers (10,436 miles / 9,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 23:22 in Port Louis, it's 13:22 in Siloam Springs. With a 10-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 1,005 feet between the two airports. Smith Field sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The return flight from Siloam Springs (SLG) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Smith Field (SLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.