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Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport

Plaine Magnien, Mauritius

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Mauritius's gateway to the Indian Ocean and the world.

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1942

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Plaine Magnien, Mauritius

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (IATA: MRU, ICAO: FIMP) is the main international airport serving the island nation of Mauritius, located near Plaine Magnien in the southeastern part of the island. It is the primary hub for Air Mauritius and handles the vast majority of the country's air traffic, connecting the island to destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Australia. The airport was named after Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, the first Prime Minister of Mauritius, in recognition of his pivotal role in the nation's independence and development. It has undergone significant expansions and modernization projects over the decades to accommodate growing passenger numbers. The airport handles millions of passengers annually and serves as a critical economic artery for Mauritius, supporting its tourism-driven economy. A major terminal redevelopment project was completed in the 2010s, substantially increasing capacity and improving facilities.

Terminals

The airport features a single integrated passenger terminal that was substantially redeveloped and expanded, completed around 2013, with separate departure and arrival halls.

Getting to & from

Ground transport options from the airport to Port Louis and other parts of Mauritius include taxis, private transfers, and bus services, with the journey to the capital taking approximately one hour.

Airlines here

Air Mauritius serves as the primary hub carrier, with major international airlines including Air France, British Airways, Emirates, and Kenya Airways also operating regular services.

Notable facts

›Named after Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, Mauritius's first Prime Minister after independence in 1968.
›Located approximately 48 kilometres southeast of Port Louis, the capital city.
›A major terminal redevelopment project was completed around 2013, significantly expanding passenger capacity.
›The airport serves as the primary entry point for Mauritius's vital tourism industry, which is a cornerstone of the national economy.
›The airport's ICAO code FIMP reflects the former French colonial designation for the Indian Ocean region.

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Airlines serving this airport

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MRU → CDGAF · 77W

MRU → RUNAF · 343 AT7 319 332

MRU → ZSEAF · AT7

MRU → BLRAI · 332

MRU → DELAI · 332

MRU → BOMAI · 332

MRU → JNBBA · 733

MRU → LGWBA · 777

MRU → FRADE · 767

MRU → DXBEK · 388 77W

MRU → FCOIG · 767

MRU → SEZHM · 320

MRU → NBOKQ · 319

MRU → TNRMD · 733

MRU → KULMH · 343 332

MRU → KULMK · 343 332

MRU → PERMK · 332

MRU → ZSEMK · AT7

MRU → BOMMK · 332 343

MRU → PEKMK · 343

MRU → BLRMK · 332

MRU → CDGMK · 343

MRU → DURMK · 319

MRU → HKGMK · 332

MRU → TNRMK · 343 319

MRU → CPTMK · 319

MRU → DELMK · 332

MRU → DXBMK · 388 77W

MRU → JNBMK · 319 343

MRU → LHRMK · 343

MRU → NBOMK · 319

MRU → PVGMK · 343

MRU → RRGMK · AT7

MRU → RUNMK · 343 AT7 319 332

MRU → JNBSA · 332 342 320 738

MRU → RUNSS · 744

MRU → ORYSS · 744

MRU → LGWTO · 788

MRU → VKOUN · 767

MRU → ZSEUU · AT7

MRU → RUNUU · AT7 738 77W

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Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is the primary international airport serving the island nation of Mauritius. It is located at Plaine Magnien, 48 km (30 mi) southeast of the capital city of Port Louis. The airport was previously known as the Plaisance Airport. It has direct flights to several destinations in Africa, Asia, Australia, and Europe, and is home to the country's national airline, Air Mauritius. Airports of Mauritius Co. Ltd (AML) is the owner and operator of the airport, and the Government of Mauritius is the major shareholder of AML. It is named after Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, the first Prime Minister of Mauritius.

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