Airport Comparison
| MRU | SMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Franco Bianco Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SMB |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | SCSB |
| City | Port Louis | Cerro Sombrero |
| Country | Mauritius | Chile |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Punta_Arenas |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 104 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -52.740000, -69.330000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile is 10,414 kilometers (6,471 miles / 5,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.
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 Chile. 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 21:49 in Port Louis, it's 14:49 in Cerro Sombrero. 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 Cerro Sombrero (SMB) 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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.