Airport Comparison
| MRU | WHP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Whiteman Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | WHP |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | KWHP |
| City | Port Louis | Los Angeles |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 1,003 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 34.260000, -118.410000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Los Angeles (WHP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Whiteman Airport (WHP) in Los Angeles, United States is 18,430 kilometers (11,452 miles / 9,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.
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 12:47 in Port Louis, it's 00:47 in Los Angeles. With a 12-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 Los Angeles (WHP) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 15° (north 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 Whiteman Airport (WHP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.