Port Louis, Mauritius → London, United Kingdom · ✈ 12h 40min · 🚗 158h 10min
5,255 nautical miles · Time difference: -4h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Port Louis to London 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 Port Louis, Mauritius to London, United Kingdom 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.
London is located northwest of Port Louis. Port Louis is in Africa, in the Port Louis region of Mauritius, while London is in Europe, in England, United Kingdom. This intercontinental route spans from Africa to Europe.
| 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 Port Louis to London. For 9,733 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Port Louis sits at 20.1609°S, 57.5012°E, while London is located at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W. The initial compass bearing from Port Louis to London is 328° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Port Louis heading roughly NNW. 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 Port Louis and London 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.
London is roughly 4 hours behind Port Louis. When it is 09:00 in Port Louis, it is approximately 05:00 in London. 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.
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.
London is a notable city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Situated in the England region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. London is one of United Kingdom's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 9,733 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Africa to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 9,733 km, Port Louis to London is one of the world's longer routes, covering 24.3% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
This route crosses from Africa to Europe, spanning 4 timezones.
This 9,733 km journey from Africa to Europe 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 Port Louis to London 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.
London is approximately -4h behind compared to Port Louis.
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: April 21, 2026.