Airport Comparison
| MRU | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | REC |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | SBRF |
| City | Port Louis | Recife |
| Country | Mauritius | Brazil |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,961 kilometers (6,190 miles / 5,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 Brazil. 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 11:05 in Port Louis, it's 04:05 in Recife. 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 Recife (REC) 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 Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.