Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): what you need to know
Port Louis's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Port Louis seven hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to MRU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MEL and MRU include:
Perth Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
R 9,912 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 19,973. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to MRU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MRU:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from IDRIVE, MAURICONNECT CAR RENTAL or Morisoleil to explore Port Louis and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to central Port Louis
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Port Louis. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Port Louis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Port Louis is February, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to MRU in August. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Mauritius
Port Louis has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mauritius waiting to be discovered. Around 16 kilometres south of Port Louis, a trip to Vacoas will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like AOG, Masjid E Munnawar and New Sanctuary Church.
Curepipe is another essential stop in Mauritius and is around 18 kilometres south of Port Louis. No trip is complete without dropping by lavigie forest, La Therapie and La Péninsule Town Apartment.