Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): what you need to know
Port Louis's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Port Louis eight hours ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you get on your IAD to MRU flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and MRU:
Dubai Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
R 12,167 is the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 17,631. These prices can change based on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from IAD to MRU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IAD to MRU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Reserve a hotel near MRU if you're on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport rental car and explore Port Louis and beyond with your own wheels. IDRIVE, MAURICONNECT CAR RENTAL and Morisoleil are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to central Port Louis
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to the centre of Port Louis has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Port Louis based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Port Louis is February, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to MRU sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mauritius
Vacoas is just one of the many places in Mauritius waiting to be explored after you've experienced Port Louis. Around 16 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include AOG, Masjid E Munnawar and New Sanctuary Church.
Curepipe is another well-known destination in Mauritius and is around 18 kilometres south of Port Louis. No trip is complete without experiencing lavigie forest, La Therapie and La Péninsule Town Apartment.
