Travelling from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport is 11 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Port Louis.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MRU to MAD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Iberojet is your gateway to discovering Madrid (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this airline.
Iberojet is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MRU and MAD:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
At the moment, R 5,652 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,527. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book one month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MRU to MAD.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MRU to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Mauritius Airport (MRU)
Of all flights departing from Mauritius Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Central Port Louis to Mauritius Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MRU:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel near MAD if you're taking a late Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madrid Airport about one week in advance.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Madrid in March.
Lock in your flight from Mauritius Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to go to Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MRU to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without seeing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.