Airport Comparison
Butare (BTQ) to Port Louis (MRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butare Airport (BTQ) in Butare, Rwanda to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 3,620 kilometers (2,250 miles / 1,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 Rwanda with Mauritius. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:53 in Butare, it's 05:53 in Port Louis.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,615 feet between the two airports. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport sits lower than Butare Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Butare (BTQ) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Butare Airport (BTQ) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.