Airport Comparison
| MRU | TKP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Takapoto Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | TKP |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | NTGT |
| City | Port Louis | N/A |
| Country | Mauritius | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 12 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -14.710000, -145.250000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Takapoto Airport (TKP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Takapoto Airport (TKP) in Takapoto Airport, French Polynesia is 15,373 kilometers (9,553 miles / 8,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:33 in Port Louis, it's 04:33 in Takapoto Airport. With a 14-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 Takapoto Airport (TKP) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 213° (south southwest). 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 Takapoto Airport (TKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.