Airport Comparison
| MRU | RIE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Rice Lake Regional/Carl's Field |
| IATA Code | MRU | RIE |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KRPD |
| City | Port Louis | Rice Lake |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 1,109 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 45.420000, -91.770000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Rice Lake (RIE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Rice Lake Regional/Carl's Field (RIE) in Rice Lake, United States is 16,078 kilometers (9,991 miles / 8,682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 17:43 in Port Louis, it's 07:43 in Rice Lake. 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.
The return flight from Rice Lake (RIE) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 55° (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 Rice Lake Regional/Carl's Field (RIE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.