Airport Comparison
| MRU | WDH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Hosea Kutako International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | WDH |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | FYWH |
| City | Port Louis | Windhoek |
| Country | Mauritius | Namibia |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Africa/Windhoek |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 5,640 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -22.480000, 17.470000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Windhoek (WDH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek, Namibia is 4,155 kilometers (2,582 miles / 2,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 259°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Mauritius with Namibia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:56 in Port Louis, it's 21:56 in Windhoek.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,454 feet between the two airports. Hosea Kutako International 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 Windhoek (WDH) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 95° (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 Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.