Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport

MRU / FIMP

IATA Code
MRU
ICAO Code
FIMP
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) is Mauritius’ primary international gateway and the main base for Air Mauritius. Annual passenger traffic in recent years has been in the low millions (varies year to year). The passenger facilities are concentrated in a single main terminal building with landside check‑in and airside departures/piers.

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
Elevation: 56 m
-20.4302, 57.6836

Terminal Guide for Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport #

Single passenger terminal: the airport operates from one main terminal that handles both international arrivals and departures. Check‑in, security and immigration are in the same building with a compact airside area containing shops, cafés and gates. Domestic/charter operations use the same terminal complex rather than a separate terminal.

Getting to and From Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport #

Travel into Port Louis or other main towns is by road - the drive to Port Louis is typically 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Options:

  • Taxis & private transfers: Official taxi desk is in the arrivals hall; travel time to Port Louis ~45-60 minutes. Prices vary; confirm at the desk.
  • Airport shuttles / hotel transfers: Many hotels run scheduled transfers; confirm pickup details with your hotel.
  • Public buses: Local buses serve the area but are slower and less convenient with luggage; routes and frequency vary.
  • Car hire / driving: Car rental desks are located landside; roads to major towns are signed and driving times depend on destination.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport #

The terminal contains the core passenger services in a compact layout: duty‑free shopping, cafés and basic retail on the airside and landside. Several airline and pay‑per‑use lounge options are available for eligible passengers. Mobile operator kiosks sell SIM cards in the arrivals area; currency exchange and ATMs are present landside. Free or time‑limited Wi‑Fi is usually provided in the terminal. Facilities for passengers with reduced mobility are available; staff assistance can be requested in advance from airlines.

Tips for Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport #

  • Buy a local SIM at arrivals - there are mobile operator kiosks in the arrivals hall; they are faster than going into town.
  • Use the official taxi desk in the arrivals hall for regulated fares and a receipt rather than hailing on the road.
  • If you have a hotel transfer booked, confirm the meeting point beforehand (some hotels meet at the curb rather than inside the terminal).

Weather & Climate near Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport #

Climate

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and warm winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 18°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1668 mm/year), wettest in February.

Air Quality: AQI 39 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 23° - 29° 26° 232 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.0 m/s 3.0 extreme 13.1h
February Good 23° - 29° 26° 259 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.6 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.7h
March Very Good 23° - 29° 26° 212 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
April Very Good 22° - 28° 25° 199 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.5h
May Very Good 20° - 26° 23° 143 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.4 m/s 1.4 high 11.0h
June Excellent 19° - 25° 22° 94 mm partly cloudy 73% 2.9 m/s 1.2 high 10.8h
July Very Good 18° - 24° 21° 97 mm partly cloudy 73% 4.1 m/s 1.2 high 10.9h
August Excellent 18° - 24° 21° 85 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.9 m/s 1.5 very high 11.3h
September Excellent 18° - 25° 21° 54 mm partly cloudy 71% 3.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
October Excellent 19° - 26° 23° 57 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.4h
November Excellent 20° - 28° 24° 73 mm partly cloudy 73% 3.6 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.0h
December Very Good 22° - 29° 25° 163 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.2 m/s 2.9 extreme 13.2h

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