Mauritius Airport taxi service
A Mauritius Airport taxi to Port Louis costs around €45 (MUR 2,500) and takes 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic. With Welcome Pickups, transfers to Port Louis start from €32.80 (MUR 1,789), with a fixed fare paid when you book. Prices updated August 2026.
You’ll find the official taxi service at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) on Level 0, in the Tour Operators Hall opposite the Customs exit. Licensed taxis are identifiable by the yellow “TAXI” sign on the roof, and the airport publishes Mauritius Airport taxi prices to destinations across the island.
Taxis can take you directly to Port Louis and resort areas across the island, including Grand Baie and Flic-en-Flac. Some transfers are fairly long, with Grand Baie taking around 1 to 1.5 hours, and traffic around Port Louis can add to the journey at busy times.
It’s worth sticking to the official Mauritius Airport taxi service when you land. Illegal taxi operators have been an ongoing issue at the airport, with Airport Police stepping up checks on unauthorized drivers. Pre-booking with Welcome Pickups avoids that uncertainty, as your driver is vetted and assigned in advance, and you’ll receive their details before you fly.
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How much does a Mauritius Airport taxi cost?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM MRU AIRPORT TO PORT LOUIS | 45 € | 52 € | 45-60 MIN |
| FROM MRU AIRPORT TO GRAND BAIE | 64 € | 74 € | 60-90 MIN |
| FROM MRU AIRPORT TO FLIC-EN-FLAC | 55 € | 63 € | 50-75 MIN |
| FROM MRU AIRPORT TO TROU-AUX-BICHES | 61 € | 70 € | 60-90 MIN |
| FROM MRU AIRPORT TO BLUE BAY | 18 € | 21 € | 20 MIN |
Meet-and-greet service at Mauritius Airport
With a pre-booked Mauritius Airport taxi, your pickup is sorted before you fly. So once you’ve collected your bags and cleared Customs, you can head to your meeting point rather than arranging a taxi and fare at the airport.
How your Welcome Pickups driver meets you at Mauritius Airport:
1. After booking, you’ll receive your driver’s name, photo, and contact details, so you know who to look for when you land.
2. Your driver keeps an eye on your flight and adjusts the pickup time if you’re delayed.
3. Once you’ve collected your luggage and cleared Customs, head into the Tour Operators and Hotels Hall on Level 0.
4. Your driver will be there with your name on a sign, ready to help with your bags.
5. From there, they’ll take you to the vehicle you chose when booking, and you can head straight to your destination.
6. And because you’ve already paid online, there’s nothing left to sort out with your driver when you arrive.
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How much are Mauritius Airport taxi prices?
Mauritius Airport taxi prices are set based on your destination rather than by the meter. The airport publishes rates for popular routes, so you can check roughly what you should be paying before you get in.
There are a few additional charges to consider. Journeys between 23:00 and 05:00 can cost 10-20% more, and you may also pay extra during rush hour, on public holidays, or for additional stops and oversized luggage.
For comparison, a taxi from Mauritius Airport to Port Louis costs €45 (MUR 2,500), while Welcome Pickups starts from €32.80 (MUR 1,789). A taxi from Mauritius Airport to Grand Baie costs €64 (MUR 3,500), compared with €36 (MUR 1,964) for a pre-booked Welcome transfer.
To pre-book, enter your flight details and destination, choose a vehicle for your group, and you’ll see the full fare before you confirm. Payment is online, and the price you book is the price you pay, even if you hit traffic.
Your Welcome Pickups fare includes:
- -Airport meet-and-greet
- -Flight monitoring and complimentary waiting time
- -Taxes, tolls, and applicable fees
- -Luggage allowance for your chosen vehicle
- -An English-speaking driver
- -Online payment before you travel
- -No extra charge if traffic makes the journey longer
Experienced drivers for your Mauritius Airport taxi
With some north and west coast resorts over an hour from Mauritius Airport, it helps to have a driver who knows the island well, especially for the longer cross-island journeys.
What to look for in a Mauritius Airport taxi driver:
- -Speaks English well, so it’s easy to confirm your hotel and ask questions along the way.
- -Is licensed and fully trained, with experience handling airport pickups.
- -Knows Mauritius well, including Port Louis traffic, alternative routes, and hotels outside the main resort towns.
- -Tracks your flight and meets you when you land, with your name on a sign so they’re easy to spot.
- -Can share useful local tips along the way, from where to eat near your hotel to the best ways to get around during your stay.
All Welcome Pickups drivers are carefully selected and vetted. And you’ll receive your driver’s details in advance, so you know who to look for when you arrive.
Mauritius Airport transfers to Grand Baie and resorts across the island
You can book a Welcome Pickups transfer from Mauritius Airport to your hotel in Port Louis, Grand Baie, Flic-en-Flac, Belle Mare, and other resort areas across the island. Transfer prices start from €32.80 (MUR 1,789).
Port Louis is around 50 km from the airport, with the drive taking roughly 45 minutes to 1 hour. If you’re heading straight to a cruise, have your ship details ready so your driver can take you to the correct passenger access point at the port.
Heading north, a taxi from Mauritius Airport to Grand Baie takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. Roads around the center can get busy in the evening, especially near restaurants and nightlife, so the final part of the journey may take longer around dinner time.
Over on the west coast, Flic-en-Flac takes around 50 to 75 minutes. The roads approaching the resort get busier during the morning and afternoon rush, so it’s worth allowing some extra time if you’re traveling at peak hours.
And on the east coast, Belle Mare is around 1 hour from the airport. This part of Mauritius is more spread out, with many beachfront resorts sitting away from the main village. Local transport is also more limited around some hotels, so arranging an airport transfer is particularly useful if you’re landing late.
Useful tips for getting an airport taxi in Mauritius
- Use the official airport taxi service. Illegal taxi operators have been an ongoing issue at Mauritius Airport, so arrange your ride at the official taxi counter on Level 0 rather than accepting a ride from someone who approaches you elsewhere in the terminal.
- Confirm the fare before you get in. Taxis at Mauritius Airport use published destination rates rather than meters. Check the airport fare list, then agree on the total with your driver, including any extras, before you leave.
- Leave extra time if you’re heading north. Transfers to Grand Baie and Trou aux Biches pass around Port Louis, where rush-hour traffic can make an already long journey take even longer.
- Keep the card surcharge in mind. You can pay by card in Mauritius Airport taxis, but there’s a 10% surcharge. Paying in Mauritian rupees will avoid the extra fee.
- Expect to pay more for a late-night arrival. Taxi fares can increase by 10-20% between 23:00 and 05:00, so if your flight lands late, check the final price with your driver before setting off.