Airport Comparison
| MRU | UNE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Qacha's Nek Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | UNE |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | FXQN |
| City | Port Louis | Qacha's Nek |
| Country | Mauritius | Lesotho |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | Africa/Maseru |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 6,100 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | -30.110000, 28.670000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Qacha's Nek (UNE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Qacha's Nek Airport (UNE) in Qacha's Nek, Lesotho is 3,098 kilometers (1,925 miles / 1,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mauritius with Lesotho. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:00 in Port Louis, it's 01:00 in Qacha's Nek.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,914 feet between the two airports. Qacha's Nek Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Qacha's Nek (UNE) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 76° (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 Qacha's Nek Airport (UNE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.