Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is located in Port Louis. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is one hour behind Port Louis.
With eight weekly departures between the two airports, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the busiest route. Hop on Kenya Airways's 03:55 flight to get your journey from MRU to NBO underway.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MRU to Nairobi flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Direct Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi tickets are available for booking. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is where you'll step off the plane.
Kenya Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from MRU to Nairobi. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The journey from central Port Louis to MRU takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near MRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Nairobi
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi flight is $1,212. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,162. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from MRU to Nairobi by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The distance from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near NBO:
Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks before your flight from MRU to Nairobi can help you get the best possible rate.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your MRU to Nairobi flight, rest your head at a hotel close to WIL. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from WIL as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Nairobi
December is the quietest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Nairobi based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MRU to Nairobi around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nairobi right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Nairobi:
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Masai Mara National Reserve are a couple of big attractions to put on your Nairobi to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Giraffe manor.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres southeast of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.
If you want to check out another great destination in Kenya, head for Nakuru, about 145 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are key highlights.