Airport Comparison
| MRU | SSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | St Simons Island Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SSI |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KSSI |
| City | Port Louis | St Simons Island |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 31.150000, -81.390000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to St Simons Island (SSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States is 15,774 kilometers (9,801 miles / 8,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.
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 17:29 in Port Louis, it's 08:29 in St Simons Island. 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 St Simons Island (SSI) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 84° (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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.