Airport Comparison
| MRU | XQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Qualicum Beach Airport |
| IATA Code | MRU | XQU |
| ICAO Code | FIMP | CAT4 |
| City | Port Louis | Qualicum Beach |
| Country | Mauritius | Canada |
| Timezone | Indian/Mauritius | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 191 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.430000, 57.680000 | 49.340000, -124.390000 |
Port Louis (MRU) to Qualicum Beach (XQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) in Qualicum Beach, Canada is 16,795 kilometers (10,436 miles / 9,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 3°.
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 Canada. 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 07:33 in Port Louis, it's 19:33 in Qualicum Beach. 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 Qualicum Beach (XQU) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.