Vasco da Gama to Plaine Magnien
5h 50m The flight from Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) covers 4,355 km (2,706 miles) and takes approximately 5h 50m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-west on an initial great-circle bearing of 204°, passing near 2.6° S, 65.9° 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 55m | 8h 20m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 5h 35m | 6h 00m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 4h 50m | 5h 16m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 5h 07m | 5h 33m |
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
| GOI | MRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Goa Dabolim International Airport | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport |
| City | Vasco da Gama | Plaine Magnien |
| Country | India | Mauritius |
| ICAO | VOGO | FIMP |
| Coordinates | 15.3801, 73.8333 | -20.4302, 57.6836 |
| Elevation | 150 ft | 186 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Vasco da Gama to Plaine Magnien?
A non-stop flight from Vasco da Gama (GOI) to Plaine Magnien (MRU) takes about 5h 50m. The great-circle distance is 4,355 km (2,706 miles, 2,352 nautical miles), flying south-west on an initial bearing of 204°.
How far is Vasco da Gama from Plaine Magnien?
4,355 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 2,706 miles or 2,352 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 GOI and MRU?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 4,355 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 Vasco da Gama
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.