Travelling from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): What you need to know
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is London's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) taking off from here.
The timezone in Port Louis is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of London. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is located in Port Louis.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to MRU.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to MRU departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
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78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Decide if leaving from LGW is a better fit for your trip.
Board your direct flight from London to MRU with Air Mauritius. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of LGW.
On the LGW to MRU route, Air Mauritius is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Among the carriers operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, Air Mauritius leads in on-time performance.
Break up your flight from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and MRU are:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to MRU flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
London Gatwick Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
When organising your plane ticket from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Dubai International Airport (DXB), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the airport by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near London Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
STN has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and get to your destination as expected.
About Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
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Getting from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to central Port Louis
From Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, central Port Louis is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Right now, $541 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,151. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from London to MRU by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
September is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
June is the quietest month for flights from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Port Louis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a London to MRU plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Port Louis to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in August when temperatures are between 18ºC and 24ºC.
More about Port Louis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Port Louis right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from London to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport:
Your visit to Port Louis won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include St Louis Cathedral, Fort Adélaide / Citadel and Natural History Museum.