Airport Comparison
| MRU | WYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Yellowstone Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | WYS |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KWYS |
| City | Port Louis | West Yellowstone |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 6,649 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 44.690000, -111.120000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to West Yellowstone (WYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States is 17,127 kilometers (10,642 miles / 9,248 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 16:11 in Port Louis, it's 05:11 in West Yellowstone. 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 6,463 feet between the two airports. Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone (WYS) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 25° (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 Yellowstone Airport (WYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.