About the SSR International Airport:
The Airport of the Mauritius is named after the first Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius – Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (1900–1985).
It is located at Plaine Magnien, in the south east of Mauritius. The distance from the capital Port Louis is about 48 km and 45 minutes’ drive by car.
The airport is owned and operated by the government of Mauritius.
It serves as the hub of Air Mauritius, the flag carrier airline of Mauritius.
The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is experiencing a new era since the inauguration of its terminal
Passengers are welcome in the main hall with its 54 check-in desks, including 25 dedicated to Air Mauritius.
Six kiosks have been set up to facilitate on-line check-in for passengers without luggage, while a number of counters greet the premium passengers leaving for various destinations.
Immigration formalities have been made much simpler and faster, thanks to more checkpoints upon departure and arrival. The extensive lounge offers some 1,135 comfortable seating as well as fully stocked duty-free shops, two lounges and 700 m2 of restaurant service.
Straight after formalities, six conveyor belts cater for efficient delivery of the luggage.
Air Mauritius also welcomes the Business Class passengers and Kestrelflyer Gold members in the luxurious cosiness of the private Amédée Maingard Lounge.
Designed on two levels, the Tamarin area on the ground floor and the Chamarel on first floor, both offer a large selection of newspapers and magazines and state-of-the-art amenities, including flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a business corner with high-speed internet connection and free Wi-Fi, the pleasure of international cuisine and the comfort of showers and cloakroom.
The lounge also caters for the convenience of passengers with reduced mobility and for families, with baby changing facilities and a kid’s corner.
Arrival Hall
Airport Map
Lounge
Airport Lounges:
Seeking a place to relax away from the crowd? ATOL is pleased to welcome passengers with a boarding pass for a departing flight, in its lounge which offers a particularly warm and relaxing atmosphere that invites you to a leisurely break. Passengers can find local and international newspapers and magazines, as well as TV programs, while they continue to check their flight information. A dining area is also available, as well as Wi-Fi internet access, all set in an atmosphere conducive to work or to rest.
Air Mauritius Amedee Maingard Lounge
The Amédée Maingard private lounge is intended for passengers on Air Mauritius and its Codeshare partners, and offers quality services and a relaxing atmosphere to its loyal customers and more demanding passengers.
Access to this lounge is available to Business Class passengers and Kestrelflyer Gold members. Upon request and subject to availability, Economy Class passengers may also have access to the lounge for a supplement:
- Adult – MUR 2000
- Child (aged 2 to 11) – MUR 1000
- Infant (less than 2 years) – Free
Please enquire at the Air Mauritius counter
Salon Nenuphar (Photo)
Located on the left wing of the Boarding area (opposite Boarding Gate 19), the Nénuphar Lounge is open to all passengers irrespective of their airline or class of travel. The comfortable and contemporary surroundings provide a cosy ambiance for relaxation prior to your departure.
Passengers can expect a varied snack buffet, an open bar, free Wi-Fi, a wide range of newspapers and magazines, relaxation areas with reclining chairs, showers, baby changing room, local and international TV channels, etc.
Service Charges are:
- Adult – MUR 2000
- Child (aged 2 to 11) – MUR 1000
- Infant (less than 2 years) – Free
Passengers may walk in directly and pay for service by cash or credit card (Visa and Master).
Other related Information
Lost Baggage:
Lost baggage service is operated by the two ground handlers, namely Air Mauritius and Ground2Air. The dedicated counters are located in the baggage reclaim hall.
Passengers are advised not to leave their bags unattended. Baggage storage facilities are not available at SSR International Airport.
Baggage Storage:
Baggage storage facilities are currently not available at SSR International Airport.
Airport Immigration:
Immigration formalities have been made much simpler and faster, thanks to more checkpoints upon departure and arrival.
Intending passengers must hold a valid passport for traveling out of, or into, Mauritius. The passport must have a validity of at least 6 months.
The Passport and Immigration department at the airport can be reached at:
Tel: (230) 637 4107 / 8 or (230) 210 9312
Foreign Exchange Banking:
Foreign Exchange & Banking Services are readily available, both at Arrivals’ exit and Departures Check-In area. All major currencies are accepted by the moneychangers (Shibani Finance, Thomas Cook) and banks (Barclays Bank, Mauritius Commercial Bank, State Bank of Mauritius). ATM (Barclays, HSBC, Mauritius Commercial Bank, State Bank) facilities also exist outside the Arrivals’ Hall.
Value Added Tax Refund:
Passengers are required to seek endorsement at the VAT Refund (Mauritius Revenue Authority) Counter in the vicinity of Gate 15 in the Check-In Hall B, Level 1.
Duty Free Shopping at the Mauritius Airport:
The Mauritius Duty Free Paradise which is engaged in duty free travel retail market, owns and operates all duty free shops, over an area of 2200m2 at SSR International Airport.
The Mauritius Duty Free houses a gamut of duty free luxury items, including top brand perfumes, cosmetics, watches, jewellery, liquor, chocolates and cigarettes.
The Airport Duty Free also has for sale a wide variety of locally made products like liquor, garments, local tea, and local souvenirs.
The prices of the duty free products are reasonable, with that, it is possible to find the same products while traveling in Mauritius for lower prices.
The Duty Free Shopping is available on both Arrival and Departure.
Security Information: Some Do’s and Dont’s
Do’s:
Dont’s:
Other Services
WI-FI
Wi-Fi is available at Mauritius Airport for at least 3 hours. To enjoy it, please log in to “3Hours@MauritiusAirport” network.
MEDICAL AID
For any request regarding medical aid you can ask for assistance in Level 1.
ATMS
Find plenty of ATMs throughout the terminal.
BABY CARE ROOMS
You can find baby care rooms along the terminal.
POLICE
The Police Post is located in the ground level of the main terminal.
For any query, please call +230 637 5088 / +230 637 4553
LOST AND FOUND
For any query regarding lost items, please contact: +230 603 8426/27.
TOURIST INFORMATION COUNTERS
For any info regarding Tourist Information, find the Tourist Information counter located in the ground level. Phone: +230 637 3635.
OTHER SERVICES
– Letter box
– Currency exchange
– Prayer room
– Public phones
– Smoking allowed areas
– VAT refund
– Spa
– Tour operators
– Oversized luggage
– Permit office
– Post office
– Duty free stores
– Left luggage
– Toilets
– Baggage claim
– Information counters
– Mobile charging
– Piano
– Luggage repack
– Luggage wrapping
– Porter service
– Check-in kiosks
– Lost property
– Pharmacy