Plaine Magnien to Victoria
2h 37m The flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) covers 1,768 km (1,098 miles) and takes approximately 2h 37m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north on an initial great-circle bearing of 352°, passing near 12.6° S, 56.6° 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 | 3h 13m | 3h 38m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 16m | 2h 41m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 58m | 2h 23m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 05m | 2h 30m |
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 | SEZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport | Seychelles International Airport |
| City | Plaine Magnien | Victoria |
| Country | Mauritius | Seychelles |
| ICAO | FIMP | FSIA |
| Coordinates | -20.4302, 57.6836 | -4.6743, 55.5218 |
| Elevation | 186 ft | 10 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Plaine Magnien to Victoria?
A non-stop flight from Plaine Magnien (MRU) to Victoria (SEZ) takes about 2h 37m. The great-circle distance is 1,768 km (1,098 miles, 954 nautical miles), flying north on an initial bearing of 352°.
How far is Plaine Magnien from Victoria?
1,768 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,098 miles or 954 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 SEZ?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,768 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.