Port Louis · Mauritius
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) is located at Plaine Magnien in southeastern Mauritius, approximately 48 kilometres southeast of the capital city, Port Louis. The airport consists of a single integrated passenger terminal building handling all international and domestic flights. It serves as the primary international gateway to the island nation.
Terminals
- Main Passenger Terminal
- Handles all international and domestic commercial arrivals and departures.
Aankomst
Upon disembarking, passengers follow signage through immigration control, collect checked baggage, clear customs inspection, and exit into the main arrivals hall.
- Complete the Mauritius All-in-One Travel Form online prior to arrival, or complete a physical arrival card if instructed.
- Proceed through passport control where border officials verify entry visas, passports, and accommodation details.
- Collect checked luggage from the assigned carousel in the baggage reclaim area.
- Pass through the customs channel; select Green ('Nothing to Declare') or Red ('Goods to Declare').
- Exit into the public arrivals hall where currency exchange counters, mobile operators, taxis, and tour operators are situated.
Naar de stad reizen
Taxi
Taxi
Official taxis operate from the airport ranks located directly outside the arrivals hall.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 45-60 minutes to Port Louis; 15-30 minutes to southern beach resorts.
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Typically 1,500 - 2,500 MUR depending on destination and negotiation.
Bus
Public Bus
Local public buses stop outside the airport terminal perimeter connecting to nearby towns and Port Louis.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 75-90 minutes to Port Louis via Mahebourg or Curepipe connections.
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Typically 40 - 100 MUR.
Autoverhuur
Car Rental
Several international and local car rental agencies maintain desks in the arrival area.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 45-60 minutes to Port Louis via the M2 motorway.
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Varies by vehicle type and rental duration; typically from 1,200 MUR per day.
Bus
Hotel Shuttle & Private Transfer
Pre-booked hotel shuttles and private transfer drivers meet passengers in the arrival hall.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 45-60 minutes to Port Louis.
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Typically 1,800 - 3,000 MUR or included in resort packages.
Verbindingen & transfers
As a single-terminal airport, international and domestic transfers take place within the same building.
- Connecting passengers following international-to-international routes follow transfer signage to transit security.
- Passengers transferring to domestic services (e.g. to Rodrigues Island) must clear immigration, retrieve baggage, and check in for the domestic segment.
- Ensure sufficient layover time of at least 2 hours when re-checking baggage for domestic onward flights.
Wi-Fi & verbonden blijven
Complimentary Wi-Fi service is available throughout the terminal building.
- Select the official airport network ('320M-Airport-WiFi' or similar designated portal).
- Access requires registering via a web browser landing page.
- Local SIM cards from local telecom providers can also be purchased in the arrivals hall for mobile data.
Geld, kaarten & fooien
Currency exchange counters and ATMs are available in both the arrivals area and landside halls.
- ATMs accept major international debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard).
- Licensed foreign exchange desks offer conversion for major currencies into Mauritian Rupees (MUR).
- Card payment is widely accepted at major hotels and tourist establishments, though cash is preferred for local buses and small shops.
Eten & drinken
A selection of food and beverage outlets is situated in both airside and landside zones.
- Landside options include small cafes and snack bars near the arrivals and departures halls.
- Airside options after security feature quick-service eateries and local cuisine counters.
- Special dietary options may be limited, but vegetarian selections are generally available.
Lounges & rust
Premium passenger lounges are available in the departures area after security screening.
- The ATOL Lounge and Air Mauritius Amédée Maingard Lounge cater to premium travellers and lounge program members.
- Paid access or pay-at-the-door entry may be available subject to capacity.
- Lounges offer light refreshments, seating, Wi-Fi, and shower facilities.
Luchthavenhotels
There are no hotels directly connected to the terminal building, but several properties operate nearby.
- Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor is located roughly 3 minutes drive from the terminal.
- Guesthouses and beach resorts are located within a 10 to 20-minute drive in Mahebourg and Blue Bay.
- Most nearby hotels provide airport shuttle transfers upon request.
Bagage & douane
Baggage claim carousels are located in the arrivals hall prior to customs.
- Trolleys are available free of charge in the baggage reclaim zone.
- A lost and found service desk handles inquiries for delayed or damaged checked baggage.
- Luggage wrapping services are situated in the departures check-in area.
Familie & toegankelijkheid
Facilities for passengers travelling with children are provided across the terminal.
- Baby care and diaper-changing rooms are available near main washroom blocks.
- Strollers are permitted through security up to the boarding gate area.
- Family-friendly seating areas are situated near boarding gates.
Voorzieningen
- ATMs
- Currency exchange
- Duty-free shops
- Food outlets
- Medical clinic
- Prayer room
- Tourist information desk
- Car rental desks
Nood & veiligheid
Lokaal noodnummer: 112 / 999 (Police), 114 (Ambulance).
- Dial 112 or 999 for Police, and 114 for SAMU Ambulance services.
- A medical first-aid station with nursing staff is located inside the airport terminal.
- Report lost passports or security incidents immediately to the Police desk or airport information desk in the main hall.
Voordat je van huis vertrekt
- Controleer de geldigheid van je paspoort en eventuele visa, ETA of vereiste inreisverklaringen.
- Controleer de dag voor vertrek de juiste vertrekterminal op je boardingpass.
- Activeer een reist-eSIM zodat je direct online bent zodra je landt.
- Download offline kaarten en maak een screenshot van je hoteladres en boekingsreferentie.
- Laat je bank weten dat je op reis gaat en neem een reservebetaalkaart mee.
- Sla het lokale noodnummer en het contact van je ambassade op in je telefoon.
- Fotografeer je paspoort en bewaar de kopie op een plek waar je offline bij kunt.
- Controleer de bagagevrijstelling en eventuele verboden artikelen voor je bestemming.
Officiële bronnen
Luchthavenactiviteiten kunnen wijzigen. Bevestig terminals, tarieven en dienstregelingen altijd met de onderstaande officiële bronnen voordat je reist.
- Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Official SiteOfficiële luchthavenbron
- Passport and Immigration Office MauritiusOverheidsbron
- Mauritius Revenue Authority - CustomsOverheidsbron
- National Transport Authority / Bus Services MauritiusOfficiële ov-bron
- Ministry of Health and Wellness MauritiusOverheidsbron
- Mauritius Tourism Promotion AuthorityOverheidsbron
Gids laatst beoordeeld 8 november 2026
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Land verbonden
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