Airport Comparison
| MRU | OEM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Vincent Fayks Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | OEM |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | SMPA |
| City | Port Louis | Paloemeu |
| Country | Mauritius | Suriname |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Paramaribo |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 714 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 3.350000, -55.440000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Paloemeu (OEM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Vincent Fayks Airport (OEM) in Paloemeu, Suriname is 12,544 kilometers (7,795 miles / 6,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 265°.
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 Suriname. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:17 in Port Louis, it's 05:17 in Paloemeu. With a 7-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 Paloemeu (OEM) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). 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 Vincent Fayks Airport (OEM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.