Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Overview
Airport Code
MRU
Full Airport Name
(Mauritius) Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
Address
Plaine Magnien, Mauritius
Country Code
230
Telephone
603 6000
Fax
637 5306
E-mail
airportinfo@aml.mru.aero
Website
http://mauritius-airport.intnet.mu
Number of Terminals
1
Time Zone
GMT + 4
Location
The airport is located near the coast in the southeast of Mauritius, around 6km (4 miles) from Mahebourg. The capital, Port Louis, is located around 40km (25 miles) northeast of the airport.
Driving Directions
Coming from Mahebourg, take the M2 and follow signs for the airport after about 6km (4 miles). Arriving from Port Louis, follow the M2 towards the southeast and follow signs for the airport after about 40km (25 miles).
Car Parking
The airport has outdoor parking facilities. There are 567 parking spaces available. Fees vary according to the type of vehicle and are paid per 24-hour period.
Car Hire
Car hire companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Hertz and National.
Public Transport
Road: Bus: Bus services between the airport and Port Louis run quite frequently (every 30-60 minutes) throughout the day.
Taxi: Taxis are available outside the terminal building at all times. Around 60 taxis serve the airport.
Information and Help Desks
An information desk is located centrally in the terminal building.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: There are several ATMs outside the arrival hall, and a currency exchange service is available in the check-in hall in the departures area. There are bank offices in both the arrivals and departures areas. A post office is located outside the arrivals hall.
Eating and drinking: There are several places to eat and drink at the airport. A restaurant is located in the arrivals area. A restaurant in the departures area offers both fast-food and a la carte menus. Other restaurants are available after security for departing passengers.
Shopping: Two duty-free shops are available at the airport. One is located in the departure lounge, and the other is located in the arrival lounge. They both offer a wide range of spirits, perfumes, tobacco, chocolate and more. Made in Mauritius sells local products like clothes and accessories, while A Taste of Paradise offers local spices and crafts. In addition there are newsagents available selling books, magazines, cigarettes and basic pharmaceutical products.
Luggage: Enquiries about lost property or luggage should be made at the information desk, to the airline concerned or to the airport duty officer (tel: 603 6165).
Other facilities: In case of medical emergencies the airport duty officer should be contacted (tel: 603 6165) for assistance. A doctor is on call at the airport.
Conference and Business Facilities
Two VIP lounges are available at the airport. They offer Internet access and fax and photocopy service as well as TVs, magazines and also showers.
Facilities for Disabled Travelers
The airport has toilets accessible to wheelchair users and parking spaces reserved for disabled people. For assistance at the airport travelers should contact their airline before travel.
Hotels
There are no hotels at the airport. Shandrani Hotel is located 6km (4 miles) from the airport. The Blue Lagoon Beach Hotel (tel: 631 9529/9867) and Preskil Beach Resort (tel: 604 1000) are both located near Mahebourg, around 10km (6 miles) from the airport.
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