Journey from the UK
How long is the flight to Mauritius?
About 12h 30m from London10 hours or moreChecked 22 October 2026
About 12 hours direct from London, usually overnight. Mauritius is 4 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 3 hours ahead in summer, so jet lag is mild.
- Under 3 hours
- 3 to 6 hours
- 6 to 10 hours
- 10 hours or more
Rating10 hours or more
Areas covered2 on this page
Direct flights go from London. From other UK airports, connect in London, Dubai or Paris.
Flight times from London
- Mauritius (MRU), direct10 hours or more
About 12 hours.
- Via Dubai10 hours or more
About 15 to 17 hours total.
The journey at a glance
Flight from LondonAbout 12h 30m
Distance9,784 km
Time difference+4 h (+3 h in UK summer)
Main airportMRU
Straight-line estimate for a direct flight from Heathrow. Real flights often take longer.
Before you go
- The airport is in the south-east, so allow about an hour to reach the north coast resorts.
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Questions people ask
Is there a direct flight to Mauritius from the UK?
Yes, from London. Check the current schedule when booking.