London, United Kingdom → Port Louis, Mauritius · ✈ 12h 40min · 🚗 158h 10min
5,255 nautical miles · Time difference: +4h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from London to Port Louis is 9,733 km (6,048 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 12h 40min.
The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Port Louis, Mauritius is approximately 9,733 kilometers (6,048 miles or 5,255 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 London. London is in Europe, in the England region of United Kingdom, while Port Louis is in Africa, in Port Louis, Mauritius. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 9,733 km | ~12h 40min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from London to Port Louis. For 9,733 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
London sits at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W, while Port Louis is located at 20.1609°S, 57.5012°E. The initial compass bearing from London to Port Louis is 127° (SE), so a great-circle flight path leaves London heading roughly SE. 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 71.67° and the longitude difference is 57.63°. 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 London and Port Louis is approximately 17.6543°N, 35.0465°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 4,867 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.
Port Louis is roughly 4 hours ahead of London. When it is 09:00 in London, it is approximately 13:00 in Port Louis. A 4-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
London is a major city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Located in the England region, it is an important hub in Europe. As one of the largest cities in United Kingdom, London is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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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 9,733 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Europe to Africa. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 9,733 km, London to Port Louis is one of the world's longer routes, covering 24.3% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
This route crosses from Europe to Africa, spanning 4 timezones.
This 9,733 km journey from Europe to Africa is one of the world's longer routes. At this distance, jet lag becomes a significant factor — plan for at least one recovery day per 3 time zones crossed.
The straight-line distance from London to Port Louis is approximately 9,733 kilometers (6,048 miles, 5,255 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 12h 40min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 158h 10min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Port Louis is approximately +4h ahead compared to London.
The estimated road distance is approximately 12,653 km, which is about 30% longer than the 9,733 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.