Airport Comparison
| MRU | SML | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Stella Maris Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SML |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | MYLS |
| City | Port Louis | Stella Maris |
| Country | Mauritius | Bahamas |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Nassau |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 23.580000, -75.270000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Stella Maris (SML) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Stella Maris Airport (SML) in Stella Maris, Bahamas is 15,173 kilometers (9,428 miles / 8,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.
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 Bahamas. 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 19:00 in Port Louis, it's 10:00 in Stella Maris. With a 9-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 Stella Maris (SML) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 95° (east). 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 Stella Maris Airport (SML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.