Travelling from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is four hours behind Port Louis and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your MRU to LHR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MRU and LHR include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, $418 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $998. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MRU to LHR if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Mauritius Airport (MRU)
When it comes to Mauritius Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Port Louis to Mauritius Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to London in March.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Mauritius Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MRU to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.