Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mauritius Airport (MRU): what you need to know
Port Louis's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Port Louis four hours ahead of London.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LHR to MRU flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Mauritius Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and MRU include:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mauritius Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mauritius Airport (MRU)
Book a hotel near MRU if you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Mauritius Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Mauritius Airport rental car and discover Port Louis and beyond with your own wheels. IDRIVE, MAURICONNECT CAR RENTAL and Morisoleil are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Mauritius Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to central Port Louis
Mauritius Airport to the centre of Port Louis has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Mauritius Airport (MRU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mauritius Airport is June, while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Port Louis based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mauritius Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Port Louis, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to MRU in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.