The flight distance from Ely Municipal Airport (LYU) in Ely, United States to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius is 15,925 kilometers (9,895 miles / 8,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 United States with Mauritius. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:01 in Ely, it's 10:01 in Port Louis. With a 9-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 1,270 feet between the two airports. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport sits lower than Ely Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Port Louis (MRU) to Ely (LYU) follows a heading of 325° (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 Ely Municipal Airport (LYU) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.