The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 12,248 kilometers (7,610 miles / 6,613 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:57 in Port Louis, it's 00:57 in Vallenar. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,539 feet between the two airports. Vallenar Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 129° (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 Vallenar Airport (VLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.