Airport Comparison
| MRU | YWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Williams Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | YWL |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | CYWL |
| City | Port Louis | Williams Lake |
| Country | Mauritius | Canada |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 3,085 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 52.180000, -122.050000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Williams Lake (YWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Williams Lake Airport (YWL) in Williams Lake, Canada is 16,485 kilometers (10,243 miles / 8,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 360°.
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 Canada. 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 14:35 in Port Louis, it's 02:35 in Williams Lake. 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 2,899 feet between the two airports. Williams Lake Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The return flight from Williams Lake (YWL) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 0° (north). 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 Williams Lake Airport (YWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.