The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Hierro Airport (VDE) in El Hierro Island, Spain is 9,729 kilometers (6,045 miles / 5,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:33 in Port Louis, it's 17:33 in El Hierro Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from El Hierro Island (VDE) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 115° (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 Hierro Airport (VDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.