Flying from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): What you need to know
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is Nairobi's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight.
Port Louis is one hour ahead of Nairobi. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is located in Port Louis, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU). Choose from 8 direct services each week. Kenya Airways operates a 7:40am departure between NBO and MRU.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to MRU.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can hop on a direct flight from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Kenya Airways is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport jetting out of NBO.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Kenya Airways from NBO to MRU.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Kenya Airways.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to MRU. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
62% of flights that take off from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport land at their destination on time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can arrive at WIL from central Nairobi in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to MRU flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 72%.
About Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MRU:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight.
Getting from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to central Port Louis
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Port Louis. It takes around 50 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
$793 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Return flights start from $1,359. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Nairobi to MRU by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. June is the quietest month to go to Port Louis. January is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Port Louis is February, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Nairobi to MRU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
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 once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. St Louis Cathedral, Fort Adélaide / Citadel and Natural History Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Port Louis.