$502 Find Cheap Flights from London to Port Louis - Compare and Save

Direct flights from London to Port Louis are available with two airlines: British Airways (departing from London Gatwick) and Air Mauritius (departing from London Heathrow). As departures are not offered every day, you may have to settle for a one-stop service, with carriers like KLM, Air France, Emirates and Lufthansa flying via major international hubs.

Departing from London Gatwick with infants? Numerous services are available to smooth the airport experience, from free pushchairs to designated parking spaces, baby changing facilities and folding changing tables in both the men’s and women’s bathrooms. Older children can let off steam at one of the Kids Zones, which feature soft play areas, toys and children’s TV.

Yes, several companies – including international firms like Avis, Hertz and Sixt and local operators SkyFleet and Pingouin Car – are represented at Port Louis Airport. To find the rental desks, you will need to head outside the terminal building into the Tour Operators Parking area, which is on the left-hand side as you exit.

Port Louis Airport is well served by bus routes that criss-cross the island, taking in destinations like Port Louis Victoria Square, Mahebourg Bus Station and Rivière des Gallets. Buses depart approximately every 10-20min from the car park outside the terminal; timetables for routes 09, 10 and 198 are posted at the airport or available online.

No problem – authorised airport taxis can be booked from the Taxi Service Counter in the Tour Operators Hall. Expect to pay around 1,500 MUR (33 GBP) to Port Louis and up to 2,300 MUR (50 GBP) to reach Cap Malheureux.

Among airlines operating London to Port Louis flights:

• British Airways: offers extra legroom

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between London and Port Louis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Air Mauritius
• British Airways

Flights from London to Port Louis may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air Mauritius: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to Port Louis:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $837 round-trip via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), compared to $1,113 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $44–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from London to Port Louis most commonly connect through:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 72% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 3% of one-stop connections

Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the London to Port Louis route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,021 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,110, a difference of $89. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Port Louis route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 50 minutes.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to Port Louis flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Port Louis:

• Earliest: departs at 4:00 pm and lands at 3:50 am
• Latest: departs at 9:00 pm and lands at 8:50 am.

The flight takes about 11h 50m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 0% above the route average of $1,067. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from London to Port Louis takes 11h 50m, covering 6,065 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from London to Port Louis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $674, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 10m, compared with 15h 36m via Vienna Intl (VIE) and 15h 37m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

Port Louis is 3 hours ahead of London (Mauritius Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. Airport (MRU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
• MauriConnect
• Autorent Mauritius
• Movis
• Splash Car Holiday
• IDrive Rent-A-Car

Round-trip flights from London to Port Louis range from $926 to $1,286, with an average of $1,067 over the past 12 months. Anything below $926 counts as a good deal.