Airport Comparison
| MRU | SXM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Princess Juliana International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | SXM |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | TNCM |
| City | Port Louis | Saint Martin |
| Country | Mauritius | SX |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Lower_Princes |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 18.040000, -63.110000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Saint Martin (SXM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Saint Martin, SX is 13,827 kilometers (8,592 miles / 7,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 278°.
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 SX. 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 13:34 in Port Louis, it's 05:34 in Saint Martin. With a 8-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 Saint Martin (SXM) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 103° (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 Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.