Dubai, United Arab Emirates → Port Louis, Mauritius · ✈ 6h 49min · 🚗 82h 4min
2,727 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Dubai to Port Louis is 5,050 km (3,138 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 6h 49min.
The straight-line distance from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Port Louis, Mauritius is approximately 5,050 kilometers (3,138 miles or 2,727 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Port Louis is located southeast of Dubai. Dubai is in Asia, in the Dubai region of United Arab Emirates, while Port Louis is in Africa, in Port Louis, Mauritius. This intercontinental route spans from Asia to Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 5,050 km | ~6h 49min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dubai to Port Louis. For 5,050 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Dubai sits at 25.2048°N, 55.2708°E, while Port Louis is located at 20.1609°S, 57.5012°E. The initial compass bearing from Dubai to Port Louis is 177° (S), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dubai heading roughly S. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 45.37° and the longitude difference is 2.23°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Dubai and Port Louis is approximately 2.5224°N, 56.4065°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 2,525 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Dubai and Port Louis share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dubai is a major city in United Arab Emirates with a population of approximately 3,331,420. Located in the Dubai region, it is an important hub in Asia. Dubai is a significant metropolitan area in United Arab Emirates with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Port Louis is a notable city in Mauritius with a population of approximately 149,194. Situated in the Port Louis region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Port Louis is a popular destination in the Port Louis region of Mauritius, known for its unique character and attractions.
At 5,050 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Asia to Africa. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,050 km, Dubai to Port Louis is one of the world's longer routes, covering 12.6% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
This route crosses from Asia to Africa, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Dubai to Port Louis is approximately 5,050 kilometers (3,138 miles, 2,727 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 6h 49min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 82h 4min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Port Louis is approximately Same timezone compared to Dubai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 6,565 km, which is about 30% longer than the 5,050 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.