Traveling from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is 2 hours behind Port Louis, where Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is located. Johannesburg operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). There are 20 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MRU to JNB is the 09:15 Air Mauritius service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 16:45 with South African Airways.
To ensure you get on your flight from MRU to Johannesburg, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg. Begin your trip at MRU and end it at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg. Head off on your trip with any of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from MRU to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can enter South Africa for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Mauritius. But before booking your flight tickets from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
To reach MRU from central Port Louis, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MRU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Johannesburg
AED 664 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,257. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from MRU to Johannesburg by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the center of Johannesburg takes around 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 12 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is approximately 48 kilometers from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 51 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HLA. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from MRU to Johannesburg at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, travel to Johannesburg in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg for January to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from MRU to Johannesburg sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are must-do's during your Johannesburg adventure.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Johannesburg and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Johannesburg.
