Airport Comparison
| MRU | MTA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Matamata Glider Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | MTA |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | NZMA |
| City | Port Louis | N/A |
| Country | Mauritius | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 180 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -37.730000, 175.740000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Matamata Glider Airport (MTA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Matamata Glider Airport (MTA) in Matamata Glider Airport, New Zealand is 10,870 kilometers (6,755 miles / 5,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.
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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:32 in Port Louis, it's 08:32 in Matamata Glider Airport. 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.
The return flight from Matamata Glider Airport (MTA) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 237° (west southwest). 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 Matamata Glider Airport (MTA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.