London to Plaine Magnien (LGW–MRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LGW–MRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Mauritius and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 6,057 miles in approximately 11h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MK Air Mauritius | 5 | 359 | 11h50 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 3 | 777 | 11h38 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · MRU: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 9:00 PM in Plaine Magnien.
British passport holders enter Mauritius visa-free for up to 180 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned departure date. This is one of the most generous visa-free allowances for UK nationals worldwide.
Bring a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds (no fixed minimum, but roughly $100 per day is the informal guideline). The Mauritius All-in-One digital form must be completed online at mauritiusnow.com within 72 hours before arrival. Extensions beyond 180 days require applying at the Passport and Immigration Office in Port Louis.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) run about 12 hours on Air Mauritius and British Airways. The Mauritian rupee (MUR) trades at roughly 46 MUR per $1. ATMs are common; credit cards work at hotels and larger restaurants. English and French are both widely spoken. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory if arriving from or transiting through an endemic country.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–MRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to MRU
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) are connected by nonstop service from Air Mauritius and British Airways. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to MRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to MRU is about 11 hours 44 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,057 miles (9,748 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt Main and Dubai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.