Airport Comparison
| FAQ | MRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frieda River Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport |
| IATA Code | FAQ | MRU |
| ICAO Code | AYFR | FIMP |
| City | Frieda River | Port Louis |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Mauritius |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Indian/Mauritius |
| Elevation | 217 ft | 186 ft |
| Coordinates | -4.610000, 141.960000 | -20.430000, 57.680000 |
Frieda River (FAQ) to Port Louis (MRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frieda River Airport (FAQ) in Frieda River, Papua New Guinea to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 9,234 kilometers (5,738 miles / 4,986 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.
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 Papua New Guinea with Mauritius. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:24 in Frieda River, it's 06:24 in Port Louis. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Frieda River (FAQ) follows a heading of 92° (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 Frieda River Airport (FAQ) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.