Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Plaine Magnien serves the tropical paradise of Mauritius, located 48 km southeast of the capital Port Louis and within easy highway reach of luxury resorts in Belle Mare, Le Morne, and Grand Baie.
The capital city of Port Louis and the Caudan Waterfront are 48 km northwest of Mauritius Airport across the island. An official airport taxi or private transfer takes 45-55 minutes via the M2 motorway and costs 1,600 - 2,200 MUR (~$35 - $48 USD). Extreme budget travelers can take the Line 198 Express Public Bus for 60 MUR (~$1.30 USD), taking about 75 minutes.
The popular northern resort hub of Grand Baie, along with neighboring idyllic beaches Trou aux Biches and Mont Choisy, are 72 km northwest of Mauritius Airport. A pre-booked private transfer or official airport taxi takes 65-75 minutes along the modern dual-carriageway M2 motorway and costs 2,000 - 2,800 MUR (~$44 - $60 USD).
Features an award-winning modern passenger terminal inspired by the traveler's palm tree (*Ravenala madagascariensis*), with all customs, vehicle rental, and transfer desks on the ground level.
Independent airport taxi drivers often charge high tourist rates. Pre-booking a private airport transfer or arranging transport via your resort ensures a fixed rate with flight delay monitoring.
Public buses on Mauritius stop running by 18:30–19:00; evening and night arrivals must rely on pre-booked transfers or registered airport taxis.
Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Yugo / Taxi Mauritius pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.