Airport Comparison
| MRU | XSD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Tonopah Test Range |
| IATA Code | MRU | XSD |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KTNX |
| City | Port Louis | Tonopah |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 5,550 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 37.800000, -116.800000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Tonopah (XSD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Tonopah Test Range (XSD) in Tonopah, United States is 18,012 kilometers (11,192 miles / 9,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.
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 21:53 in Port Louis, it's 09:53 in Tonopah. With a 12-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 5,364 feet between the two airports. Tonopah Test Range 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 Tonopah (XSD) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 17° (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 Tonopah Test Range (XSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.