Travelling from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to Harare Airport (HRE): what you need to know
Harare is two hours behind Port Louis and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MRU to HRE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is a well-known stop between MRU and HRE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to Harare Airport (HRE)
£276 is currently the best price for a one-way Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport flight. Return flights start from £543. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MRU to HRE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Mauritius Airport (MRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mauritius Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Port Louis to Mauritius Airport is around 48 kms (30 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MRU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Harare Airport (HRE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HRE instead:
Explore without limits with a Harare Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Budget and experience more of Harare and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Harare Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Harare Airport (HRE) to central Harare
Harare Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Harare. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Harare Airport (HRE)
December is the most popular month for flights from Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Harare in March.
Lock in your flight from Mauritius Airport to Harare Airport for October if you'd like to go to Harare during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MRU to HRE in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Bulawayo is just one of the many places in Zimbabwe waiting to be explored after you've seen Harare. Around 370 kms (230 miles) away to the south-west, its top attractions include Matobo National Park, St Johns Cathedral and Silwane Nature Reserve.
Next stop? Set off for Chitungwiza. It's roughly 19 kms (12 miles) south of Harare and features highlights like Lost Balancing Rocks.