Airport Comparison
| MRU | SOU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Southampton Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SOU |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | EGHI |
| City | Port Louis | Southampton |
| Country | Mauritius | United Kingdom |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Europe/London |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 44 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 50.950000, -1.360000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Southampton (SOU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Southampton Airport (SOU) in Southampton, United Kingdom is 9,800 kilometers (6,089 miles / 5,291 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:06 in Port Louis, it's 15:06 in Southampton. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Southampton (SOU) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 126° (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 Southampton Airport (SOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.