Airport Comparison
| LIX | MRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Likoma Island Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport |
| IATA Code | LIX | MRU |
| ICAO Code | FWLK | FIMP |
| City | Likoma Island | Port Louis |
| Country | Malawi | Mauritius |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre | Indian/Mauritius |
| Elevation | 1,600 ft | 186 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.080000, 34.730000 | -20.430000, 57.680000 |
Likoma Island (LIX) to Port Louis (MRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 2,616 kilometers (1,626 miles / 1,413 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
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 Malawi with Mauritius. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:24 in Likoma Island, it's 09:24 in Port Louis.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,414 feet between the two airports. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport sits lower than Likoma Island Airport.
The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Likoma Island (LIX) follows a heading of 287° (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 Likoma Island Airport (LIX) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.