Airport Comparison
| MRU | PKD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field |
| IATA Code | MRU | PKD |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KPKD |
| City | Port Louis | Park Rapids |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 1,445 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 46.900000, -95.070000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Park Rapids (PKD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field (PKD) in Park Rapids, United States is 16,179 kilometers (10,053 miles / 8,736 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:40 in Port Louis, it's 13:40 in Park Rapids. With a 10-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 1,259 feet between the two airports. Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The return flight from Park Rapids (PKD) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 49° (northeast). 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 Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field (PKD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.