MRU - Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
Plaisance, Mauritius
IATA Code: MRU · Plaisance, Mauritius
The airport code MRU is the IATA identifier for Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Plaisance Airport (MRU).
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) serves Plaisance, Mauritius, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MRU is the IATA airport code for Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, located in Plaisance, Mauritius. The airport is situated at coordinates 20.4302°S, 57.6836°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- MRU
- City
- Plaisance
- Country
- Mauritius
- Timezone
- Indian/Mauritius
- Latitude
- -20.4302°
- Longitude
- 57.6836°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MRU
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUN - St.-denis | 232 km | $3,612 | $7/passenger |
| ZSE - St.-pierre | 255 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| RRG - Rodriguez Island | 598 km | $9,310 | $19/passenger |
| SMS - Sainte Marie | 907 km | $14,120 | $28/passenger |
| TMM - Toamasina | 908 km | $14,136 | $28/passenger |
| WMR - Mananara | 960 km | $14,945 | $30/passenger |
| MNJ - Mananjary | 973 km | $15,148 | $30/passenger |
| ANM - Antalaha | 986 km | $15,350 | $31/passenger |
| WMN - Maroantsetra | 1,011 km | $15,739 | $31/passenger |
| WAM - Ambatondrazaka | 1,014 km | $15,786 | $32/passenger |
| WVK - Manakara | 1,018 km | $15,848 | $32/passenger |
| SVB - Sambava | 1,050 km | $16,346 | $33/passenger |
| RVA - Farafangana | 1,053 km | $16,393 | $33/passenger |
| WMA - Mandritsara | 1,065 km | $16,580 | $33/passenger |
| ZWA - Andapa | 1,069 km | $16,642 | $33/passenger |
| TNR - Antananarivo | 1,084 km | $16,876 | $34/passenger |
| WFI - Fianarantsoa | 1,103 km | $17,172 | $34/passenger |
| ATJ - Antsirabe | 1,110 km | $17,280 | $35/passenger |
| VOH - Vohemar | 1,132 km | $17,623 | $35/passenger |
| WMP - Mampikony | 1,165 km | $18,137 | $36/passenger |
| WPB - Port Bergé | 1,192 km | $18,557 | $37/passenger |
| WAI - Antsohihy | 1,196 km | $18,619 | $37/passenger |
| FTU - Tolagnaro | 1,213 km | $18,884 | $38/passenger |
| AMB - Ambilobe | 1,226 km | $19,086 | $38/passenger |
| WTS - Tsiroanomandidy | 1,232 km | $19,180 | $38/passenger |
| HVA - Analalava | 1,233 km | $19,195 | $38/passenger |
| IVA - Ampampamena | 1,234 km | $19,211 | $38/passenger |
| DIE - Antsiranana | 1,268 km | $19,740 | $39/passenger |
| NOS - Nosy-be | 1,272 km | $19,802 | $40/passenger |
| ZVA - Miandrivazo | 1,282 km | $19,958 | $40/passenger |
| MJN - Mahajanga | 1,309 km | $20,379 | $41/passenger |
| JVA - Ankavandra | 1,312 km | $20,425 | $41/passenger |
| OVA - Bekily | 1,341 km | $20,877 | $42/passenger |
| TVA - Morafenobe | 1,371 km | $21,344 | $43/passenger |
| BMD - Belo sur Tsiribihina | 1,375 km | $21,406 | $43/passenger |
| WAQ - Antsalova | 1,382 km | $21,515 | $43/passenger |
| DWB - Soalala | 1,387 km | $21,593 | $43/passenger |
| MJA - Manja | 1,392 km | $21,671 | $43/passenger |
| MOQ - Morondava | 1,393 km | $21,686 | $43/passenger |
| BPY - Besalampy | 1,450 km | $22,574 | $45/passenger |
| MXT - Maintirano | 1,457 km | $22,683 | $45/passenger |
| TLE - Toliara | 1,476 km | $22,978 | $46/passenger |
| WTA - Tambohorano | 1,478 km | $23,010 | $46/passenger |
| MXM - Morombe | 1,491 km | $23,212 | $46/passenger |
| DZA - Dzaoudzi | 1,569 km | $24,426 | $49/passenger |
| AJN - Anjouan | 1,687 km | $26,263 | $53/passenger |
| DES - Desroches | 1,695 km | $26,388 | $53/passenger |
| NWA - Moheli | 1,737 km | $27,042 | $54/passenger |
| SEZ - Mahe | 1,768 km | $27,524 | $55/passenger |
| PRI - Praslin | 1,804 km | $28,085 | $56/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MRU Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from MRU
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Plaisance
Plaisance has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through MRU
MRU provides air connectivity for Plaisance, Mauritius. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via MRU
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MRU
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to MRU are RUN, ZSE, RRG — consider these for potentially lower fares