MRU
Port Louis
Mauritius
2,511 km
1,560 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
2,511 km
1,560 mi / 1,356 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Indian/Mauritius
Heading
285°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MRU VXC
Airport Name Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code MRU VXC
ICAO Code FIMP FQLC
City Port Louis Lichinga
Country Mauritius Mozambique
Timezone Indian/Mauritius Africa/Maputo
Elevation 186 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates -20.430000, 57.680000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Port Louis (MRU) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 2,511 kilometers (1,560 miles / 1,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Mauritius with Mozambique. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:07 in Port Louis, it's 21:07 in Lichinga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,319 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 112° (east 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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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