Airport Comparison
| MRU | UVF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Hewanorra International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | UVF |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | TLPL |
| City | Port Louis | Vieux Fort |
| Country | Mauritius | Saint Lucia |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/St_Lucia |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 13.730000, -60.950000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Vieux Fort (UVF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia is 13,484 kilometers (8,379 miles / 7,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 274°.
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 Saint Lucia. 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 16:59 in Port Louis, it's 08:59 in Vieux Fort. 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 Vieux Fort (UVF) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 106° (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 Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.