Complete guide to parking at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): official car parks (over 1,000 spaces), low-cost private car parks with free shuttle, daily and weekly rates, comparison of short- and long-term options.
Mauritius Airport has over 1,000 spaces split between drop-off, short-term parking and long-term parking. The first 20 minutes are free, ideal for dropping off or picking up your loved ones at no cost. Covered spaces and wide pavements guarantee comfortable access, even in bad weather. Spaces reserved for people with disabilities are located close to the entrance.
In addition to these official car parks, there are around a dozen low-cost private car parks located within 2 kilometres. They generally offer a free shuttle service, continuous surveillance and more competitive rates for multi-day stays.
| Car park | Type | Rate | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drop-off Parking | Drop-off | free 20 min | 50 m from the terminal, ideal for dropping off or picking up a passenger. |
| Short-Term Parking | A few hours | from 50 MUR/h | Over 1,000 spaces, facing the terminal, for a wait of 1 to 6 hours. |
| Official Long-Term Parking | Extended stay | from 200 MUR/day | 400 m from the terminal with shuttle, flat weekly rate. |
| Accessible Parking | Disabled access | free 20 min | Reserved spaces close to the entrance, optimal accessibility. |
For a trip of several days or weeks, private car parks offer lower rates than the official ones. They are located 500 m to 2 km from the terminal, with a free shuttle included.
Plaine Magnien, near the terminal
Plaine Magnien
Plaine Magnien, 500 m
Plaine Magnien, free shuttle
1 km from the terminal
Plaine Magnien
2 km from the terminal
Plaisance
Plaine Magnien
1.5 km from the terminal
Plaine Magnien, shuttle
Plaine Magnien
Note: customer ratings are sourced from Google Maps and may change. For a stay of 7 days or more, ask for the weekly package, which usually offers a 15 to 25% discount.
The right choice depends on three criteria: how long you'll be parked, the distance you're willing to walk from your vehicle, and your budget.
Use the Drop-off Parking in front of the terminal: the first 20 minutes are free.
The official Short-Term Parking is the best option: rate from 50 MUR/hour, over 1,000 spaces available.
Low-cost private car parks offer the best value for money: expect 500 to 700 MUR (10-15 €) for 3 days with a free shuttle. The best-rated ones on Google Maps (AKD Parking 4.9★, Palm Park 4.7★) offer an excellent trade-off.
Private car parks become very worthwhile: 1,000 to 1,500 MUR (20-30 €) for 7 days with shuttle and 24/7 surveillance.
Beyond simple parking, the private car parks around the airport offer several handy services.
Rates range from 130 to 250 MUR/day (3 to 5 €) at private long-term car parks with shuttle, to 200 MUR/day at official long-term parking. For a weekend, expect 500 to 700 MUR at a private car park.
Yes, all official car parks and most private car parks operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Yes, the Drop-off Parking offers the first 20 minutes free for dropping off or picking up a passenger.
Yes, almost all nearby private car parks offer a free 24/7 shuttle, running every 15 to 20 minutes during the day. The service is included in the price.
Booking online is strongly recommended during high season (December-January). It guarantees a space and can get you up to 30% off.
Yes, long-term private car parks accept stays of up to 2 months without any issue. Monthly packages exist from 3,500-4,500 MUR (75-95 €).
Yes, several private car parks offer covered spaces for an extra fee of 80-120 MUR/day. Recommended to protect the vehicle from the tropical sun.
Yes, spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility are available close to the terminal's main entrance, with optimal accessibility and the first 20 minutes free.