Flights to Mauritius

Around 12 hours. You’ll fly direct from London Gatwick (LGW) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Mauritius. British Airways direct flights to Mauritius depart three times a week from March to November and increases to five times a week from November to March. Additional flights, via Johannesburg, South Africa, depart from London Heathrow (LHR).

Throughout the year, Mauritius offers a mild tropical maritime climate. The cheapest time to fly to Mauritius is from October to March, which spans part of the humid summer season. January and February are typically the warmest months, while February and March are the wettest months. Luckily, the rain only lasts from few minutes to a few hours, still allowing you plenty of sunshine. Flight prices rise from April through September during the wedding and honeymoon season.

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) is located on the main port island of Mauritius. While the public buses on Mauritius are very affordable, the journey times can be especially long. For a quicker and less stressful journey to your hotel, pre-book an airport transfer before you travel. You can add the door-to-door transfer once you have booked your Mauritius flight or holiday. For more flexibility throughout your entire trip, book a hire car with British Airways. Car hire will allow you to independently explore the scenic island.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of these areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Fly with just hand baggage and you can carry two bags in the cabin free of charge. Choose our checked baggage option and you can travel with hand baggage and a 23kg bag checked into the hold, plus enjoy free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering, and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.