Airport Comparison
| MRU | SZL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Whiteman Afb Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SZL |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KSZL |
| City | Port Louis | Knob Noster |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 871 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 38.730000, -93.550000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Knob Noster (SZL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) in Knob Noster, United States is 16,593 kilometers (10,310 miles / 8,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 00:34 in Port Louis, it's 14:34 in Knob Noster. 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.
The return flight from Knob Noster (SZL) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 62° (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 Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.