Airport Comparison
| MRU | SWF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | New York Stewart International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SWF |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KSWF |
| City | Port Louis | New York |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 491 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 41.500000, -74.100000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to New York (SWF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New York, United States is 14,938 kilometers (9,282 miles / 8,066 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 06:59 in Port Louis, it's 21:59 in New York. With a 9-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 New York (SWF) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.