Mauritius Airport Transfers (MRU)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), commonly called Mauritius Airport, is the island’s main international gateway. Book a private airport transfer to hotels, resorts and destinations across Mauritius.
Mauritius Airport Transfer at a Glance
How to Get from Mauritius Airport
The main ways to leave Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport are a pre-booked private transfer, official airport taxi, public bus, hotel-arranged vehicle or rental car. Three bus services call at the airport car-park stop, but they follow fixed routes. Mauritius has no passenger railway or metro, so all airport journeys are road-based.
Mauritius Airport Transfer Guide
A pre-booked transfer from Mauritius Airport provides a planned road journey to the destination entered during booking. AirportTransferNow offers private airport transfer booking from MRU, subject to route, date, vehicle and booking availability.
Enter the complete hotel, resort, villa or residence address. Mauritius destinations are distributed across different coasts and districts, and similarly named properties may be located far apart. Include the locality and postal details where available.
Provide the correct flight number and retain your booking confirmation. The exact private-transfer meeting arrangement is determined by the selected booking rather than the airport taxi counter, public bus stop or car-rental area.
Official airport taxis provide direct road transportation using a published destination fare list. Public buses serve selected island corridors from the car-park stop but do not provide direct access to every resort. Hotel vehicles may be available when arranged with the property, while a rental car can support a wider itinerary. Consider luggage, connections and the entire door-to-door journey when selecting an option.
Pickup at Mauritius Airport
After landing at Mauritius Airport, complete immigration procedures where applicable, collect your luggage and pass through customs before entering the public arrivals area.
Your AirportTransferNow booking confirmation provides the exact pickup instructions, meeting-point details and relevant contact information for the selected transfer. Follow those directions rather than assuming that the airport taxi desk, tour-operator hall, bus stop or terminal exit is your meeting point.
The official airport taxi counter is on Level 0 in the Tour Operators Hall, opposite the customs-zone exit. This location applies to the airport taxi service and does not establish a universal private-transfer pickup point.
Keep the confirmation accessible after landing. If the flight or arrival arrangement changes, use the contact information in the confirmation before moving to another collection area.
Taxi from Mauritius Airport
Mauritius Airport has an official airport taxi service counter on Level 0 in the Tour Operators Hall, opposite the customs-zone exit in arrivals. Passengers choosing a taxi should use this counter and follow current airport directions.
The airport publishes an official fare list covering hotels, towns and resort areas across Mauritius. State the complete destination, including the hotel and district, and confirm the applicable listed fare before departure.
Exact fares are not reproduced because the official list can be revised. The journey price varies substantially by destination, particularly between nearby southeastern locations and resorts on the northern or western coasts.
An airport taxi is separate from an AirportTransferNow booking. Customers with a pre-booked private transfer should follow the meeting instructions in their confirmation instead of proceeding automatically to the taxi counter.
Public Transport from Mauritius Airport
Three public bus services call at SSR International Airport. Bus 09 links Mahébourg with Curepipe via the airport, bus 10 connects Mahébourg with Rivière des Galets, and bus 198 operates between Port Louis and Mahébourg via the airport.
The airport bus stop is located in the car park. These services follow fixed routes and can suit travelers with manageable luggage whose destination is near a stop or practical interchange.
A bus does not provide direct transportation to every hotel or beach resort. Travelers may need to change services, walk or arrange another vehicle for the final section, particularly for northern, eastern or western coastal properties.
Timetables, frequencies and fares may change, so check the current airport or operator information before relying on a service. Mauritius has no passenger railway or metro network; onward public transportation remains road-based.
Private Transfer vs Taxi and Public Transport
A pre-booked private transfer provides a planned journey to the complete address entered during booking. It may suit families, groups, passengers with substantial luggage or travelers staying away from a direct bus corridor.
An official airport taxi also provides direct road transportation without advance private-transfer booking. Passengers can consult the airport’s destination fare list at the official counter.
Public buses can be a cost-sensitive option for compatible destinations, but they operate along fixed routes and may require changes or a final local journey. They can be less practical with large bags.
A hotel-arranged vehicle may be convenient when the property confirms the procedure and price. Rental cars provide flexibility for island touring, while drivers remain responsible for navigation, parking and local road rules.
There is no rail or metro alternative from the airport.
Mauritius Airport Transfer Prices
Private-transfer prices from Mauritius Airport depend on the destination, travel date, selected vehicle, passenger count, luggage requirements and booking availability. Resorts on different coasts involve substantially different journey distances.
The airport taxi service uses an official destination fare list, while public buses apply separate passenger fares. A bus journey may also require another paid connection to the hotel.
Exact figures are not reproduced because tariffs and live booking prices can change. Enter the complete journey details in the AirportTransferNow booking interface to view current private-transfer options and applicable prices. Check the airport’s current taxi list or public-bus information for other transport costs.
Tips for Your Mauritius Airport Transfer
Enter the complete hotel, resort or residence address when booking. Include the district and coast because destinations in northern, western, eastern and southern Mauritius involve very different road journeys.
Provide the correct flight number and keep the booking confirmation accessible offline after landing.
Choose a vehicle with sufficient capacity for all passengers and luggage. Golf bags, diving equipment and oversized cases should be included in the booking requirements.
Travelers using public buses should check whether the route serves a practical interchange for their accommodation and consider the walk or additional journey from the bus stop.
Road traffic and cross-island distances can affect travel times. Allow suitable time for ferry connections, appointments and return flights.
Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet service is available with AirportTransferNow transfer bookings. Follow the meeting-point instructions provided in your booking confirmation, as the exact procedure and location may vary by airport, terminal and booking.
About Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is located at Plaine Magnien in southeastern Mauritius. It serves the entire island rather than one city, making the exact hotel, resort or residence essential when planning onward transportation.
The passenger terminal brings arrivals, tour operators, taxis and car-rental services together across designated levels and halls. Arriving travelers should complete immigration, baggage reclaim and customs before proceeding to their chosen transport service.
Ground options include a pre-booked private transfer, official airport taxi, public bus, hotel-arranged vehicle and rental car. Mauritius has no passenger railway or metro network, so all airport journeys continue by road.
Distances vary considerably across the island. Mahébourg and southeastern properties are relatively close, while Port Louis, western beaches and northern resort districts require longer cross-island journeys. Travelers should keep the complete property address and district available because hotel names alone may not identify the correct coast or locality.
Mauritius Airport Transfer FAQs
Helpful answers for planning your airport transfer.
How do I book a transfer from Mauritius Airport?
Select Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) as the pickup point and enter the complete hotel or residence, arrival date, flight information, passenger count and luggage requirements. Include the district or coast, then retain the confirmation containing your exact pickup instructions.
Where will I meet my transfer at Mauritius Airport?
The precise meeting point and procedure are provided in your AirportTransferNow booking confirmation. After immigration, baggage reclaim and customs, follow those instructions. Do not assume that the official taxi counter, tour-operator hall, bus stop or a particular terminal exit is the meeting point.
Are official taxis available at Mauritius Airport?
Yes. The official airport taxi counter is on Level 0 in the Tour Operators Hall, opposite the customs-zone exit. The airport publishes a destination fare list. State the complete destination and confirm the currently applicable fare before departure.
Which buses serve Mauritius Airport?
Bus routes 09, 10 and 198 serve the airport car-park stop. They connect the airport with corridors including Mahébourg, Curepipe, Rivière des Galets and Port Louis. Check the current route and timetable and plan any additional journey from the bus stop to your accommodation.
Is there a train or metro from Mauritius Airport?
No passenger railway or metro serves the airport, and Mauritius does not have an island-wide passenger railway network. Airport journeys are road-based. Travelers can choose a private transfer, airport taxi, public bus, hotel-arranged vehicle or rental car according to their destination and luggage.