Airport Comparison
| MRU | VEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Vernal Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | VEL |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KVEL |
| City | Port Louis | Vernal |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 5,274 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 40.440000, -109.510000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Vernal (VEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) in Vernal, United States is 17,480 kilometers (10,862 miles / 9,439 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.
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 00:00 in Port Louis, it's 13:00 in Vernal. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,088 feet between the two airports. Vernal Regional Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Vernal (VEL) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.