Airport Comparison
| MRU | WCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Chandalar Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | WCR |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | PALR |
| City | Port Louis | Chandalar Lake |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 1,920 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 67.500000, -148.480000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Chandalar Lake (WCR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Chandalar Lake Airport (WCR) in Chandalar Lake, United States is 14,469 kilometers (8,990 miles / 7,812 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.
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 United States. 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 07:05 in Port Louis, it's 18:05 in Chandalar Lake. With a 13-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 1,734 feet between the two airports. Chandalar Lake Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The return flight from Chandalar Lake (WCR) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). 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 Chandalar Lake Airport (WCR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.