Airport Comparison
| MRU | NLF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Darnley Island Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | NLF |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | YDNI |
| City | Port Louis | Darnley Island |
| Country | Mauritius | Australia |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Australia/Brisbane |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -9.580000, 143.770000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Darnley Island (NLF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Darnley Island Airport (NLF) in Darnley Island, Australia is 9,234 kilometers (5,738 miles / 4,986 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 98°.
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 Australia. 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 16:01 in Port Louis, it's 22:01 in Darnley Island. 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 Darnley Island (NLF) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 250° (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 Darnley Island Airport (NLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.