Port Louis, Mauritius → Dubai, United Arab Emirates · ✈ 6h 49min · 🚗 82h 4min
2,727 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northwest
The distance from Port Louis to Dubai 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 Port Louis, Mauritius to Dubai, United Arab Emirates 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.
Dubai is located northwest of Port Louis. Port Louis is in Africa, in the Port Louis region of Mauritius, while Dubai is in Asia, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This intercontinental route spans from Africa to Asia.
| 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 Port Louis to Dubai. For 5,050 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Port Louis sits at 20.1609°S, 57.5012°E, while Dubai is located at 25.2048°N, 55.2708°E. The initial compass bearing from Port Louis to Dubai is 357° (N), so a great-circle flight path leaves Port Louis heading roughly N. 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 Port Louis and Dubai 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.
Port Louis and Dubai 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.
Port Louis is a major city in Mauritius with a population of approximately 149,194. Located in the Port Louis region, it is an important hub in Africa. Despite its smaller size, Port Louis plays an important regional role in Mauritius and attracts visitors year-round.
Dubai is a notable city in United Arab Emirates with a population of approximately 3,331,420. Situated in the Dubai region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Dubai offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in United Arab Emirates.
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At 5,050 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Africa to Asia. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,050 km, Port Louis to Dubai is one of the world's longer routes, covering 12.6% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
This route crosses from Africa to Asia, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Port Louis to Dubai 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.
Dubai is approximately Same timezone compared to Port Louis.
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.