Flying from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) departing from here.
The timezone in Port Louis is UTC+4, which is 7 hours behind Melbourne. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is located in Port Louis.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to MRU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Melbourne to MRU. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Perth Airport (PER)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 24 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MRU instead:
Getting from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to central Port Louis
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to the centre of Port Louis takes around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, C$703 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from C$1,478. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Melbourne to MRU if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Port Louis. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Port Louis is February, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to MRU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in August when temperatures average between 18ºC and 24ºC.
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