Plaine Magnien to Addis Ababa
5h 13m The flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) covers 3,868 km (2,403 miles) and takes approximately 5h 13m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north-west on an initial great-circle bearing of 326°, passing near 5.8° S, 48.0° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 7h 02m | 7h 27m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 4h 58m | 5h 23m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 4h 18m | 4h 43m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 4h 33m | 4h 58m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| MRU | ADD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Addis Ababa Bole International Airport |
| City | Plaine Magnien | Addis Ababa |
| Country | Mauritius | Ethiopia |
| ICAO | FIMP | HAAB |
| Coordinates | -20.4302, 57.6836 | 8.9779, 38.7993 |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 7,630 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Plaine Magnien to Addis Ababa?
A non-stop flight from Plaine Magnien (MRU) to Addis Ababa (ADD) takes about 5h 13m. The great-circle distance is 3,868 km (2,403 miles, 2,088 nautical miles), flying north-west on an initial bearing of 326°.
How far is Plaine Magnien from Addis Ababa?
3,868 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 2,403 miles or 2,088 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between MRU and ADD?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 3,868 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Plaine Magnien
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.