Air Mauritius

Air Mauritius is the flag carrier of Mauritius and presents itself as a full‑service airline catering to international long‑haul travel and regional island connections from its hub at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU). From a traveler’s perspective it focuses on linking Mauritius with Europe, Africa and parts of Asia while also operating frequent short sectors within the Indian Ocean region. The airline combines widebody equipment for longer sectors with turboprops for island hops, offering the kinds of services and amenities expected from a national full‑service carrier.

Where Air Mauritius Flies

Air Mauritius is centred on its base at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) and operates a network that mixes long‑haul international routes with regional Indian Ocean and African services. The airline connects Mauritius to European gateways (notably Paris CDG), to major African cities, and to destinations across the Indian Ocean and parts of South and East Asia; it also runs frequent short routes to nearby islands where turboprops are used. The carrier’s route map is supplemented by codeshare and partnership agreements that extend onward connections through partner carriers-check itineraries carefully when buying through a partner.

Hubs

• Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport · MRU

Aircraft and Cabin Classes

Air Mauritius operates a mix of Airbus narrowbodies and widebodies plus turboprops for short island hops. Narrowbody A320‑family aircraft are used on shorter regional sectors, while Airbus widebodies such as the A330 and A350 (and historically the A340) are deployed on longer international routes. Turboprops like the ATR 72 and the de Havilland Canada DHC‑6 Twin Otter serve shorter inter‑island and domestic‑style hops where runway and weight restrictions matter. Cabin configurations are generally oriented to the route: long‑haul aircraft typically offer a two‑class setup with Business and Economy, and short‑haul/turboprop equipment is focused on economy seating.

Aircraft types operated: Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Airbus A340, ATR 72, Airbus A350, de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, Boeing 707, Boeing 737, Boeing 747SP, Boeing 767

Tips for Flying Air Mauritius

• Verify baggage allowance on your specific fare class before booking, as long‑haul tickets typically include at least one checked bag while regional and island services may have stricter limits.
• Check the aircraft type on long‑haul itineraries if you prefer a widebody (A330/A350) for more space and a better business‑class experience.
• Allow extra connection time when linking island‑hop turboprop flights (ATR 72, DHC‑6) to international services because boarding procedures and weight checks can take longer.
• Confirm seat‑selection and change/cancellation rules at purchase since fees and flexibility vary by fare family on different routes.