Airport Comparison
| MRU | VDZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Valdez Pioneer Field |
| IATA Code | MRU | VDZ |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | PAVD |
| City | Port Louis | Valdez |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 61.130000, -146.240000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Valdez (VDZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Valdez Pioneer Field (VDZ) in Valdez, United States is 15,122 kilometers (9,396 miles / 8,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 15:22 in Port Louis, it's 02:22 in Valdez. With a 13-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 Valdez (VDZ) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). 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 Valdez Pioneer Field (VDZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.