While takeoff offers good views of Mauritius's lagoon system, the landing approach into Dublin provides more dramatic and varied scenery—Dublin Bay, the city itself, and the Wicklow Mountains create a more visually rewarding final descent than the relatively flat approach to MRU.
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Flight Path
Plaisance to Dublin is 6,357 miles (10,231 km), a flight of about 14 hours.
This route crosses the African continent (southern Africa), the Atlantic Ocean, and approaches Europe from the southwest. Notable midpoint geography includes the southern African plateau, the Atlantic basin, and the approach to the British Isles. The flight path takes you over or near Madagascar (depending on exact routing), then across open Atlantic for roughly 8-9 hours before reaching European airspace near Portugal or southwestern UK, then routing northeast to Dublin.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MRU
RIGHTMRU typically departs runway 09/27 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of the Indian Ocean and the island's eastern coastline during initial climb. You'll see the lagoon system and reef structures that define Mauritius's eastern shore.
Landing at DUB
LEFTApproaching Dublin typically uses runway 28 or 10 depending on wind. Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the city itself. You'll see the Wicklow Mountains to the south and the distinctive geography of Dublin's position on the Liffey estuary.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Plaisance to Dublin. While takeoff offers good views of Mauritius's lagoon system, the landing approach into Dublin provides more dramatic and varied scenery—Dublin Bay, the city itself, and the Wicklow Mountains create a more visually rewarding final descent than the relatively flat approach to MRU.
What can I see during takeoff from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International in Plaisance?
During takeoff from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU), sit on the Right side for the best views. MRU typically departs runway 09/27 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of the Indian Ocean and the island's eastern coastline during initial climb. You'll see the lagoon system and reef structures that define Mauritius's eastern shore. Notable sights include: Indian Ocean (immediate), Mauritius lagoon reef system, eastern coastal plains, Black River range (distant, southwest).
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Dublin typically uses runway 28 or 10 depending on wind. Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the city itself. You'll see the Wicklow Mountains to the south and the distinctive geography of Dublin's position on the Liffey estuary. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains (south), Irish Sea, River Liffey estuary.
How long is the flight from Plaisance to Dublin?
The flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 14 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 6,357 miles (10,231 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Plaisance to Dublin flight path pass over?
This route crosses the African continent (southern Africa), the Atlantic Ocean, and approaches Europe from the southwest. Notable midpoint geography includes the southern African plateau, the Atlantic basin, and the approach to the British Isles. The flight path takes you over or near Madagascar (depending on exact routing), then across open Atlantic for roughly 8-9 hours before reaching European airspace near Portugal or southwestern UK, then routing northeast to Dublin.