Mauritius is an island that sits off Africa. With year-round warm weather, gorgeous beaches and dozens of things to see and do, people flock to the island every year. As the island is approximately 2,000 kilometres from Africa, you might think that few airlines offer service. The truth is that there are many airlines that handle flights from London to Mauritius, and these flights depart from some of the top airports in the region, including Heathrow. Your holiday to Mauritius is just a few clicks away: now all you have to do is find the right hotel for your stay!

Air Mauritius

Air Mauritius is the primary airline serving Mauritius. The airline offers direct flights to the island from London Heathrow on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and you will find return flights departing the island on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The airline also provides return flights on Wednesdays, but the flights are only available on a seasonal basis. All flight have an economy class and a business class, which has wider seats, adjustable beds and LCD monitors for passengers. Flights through Air Mauritius begin at around £993, but the exact cost depends on when you fly.

British Airways

Another option is British Airways, which has a central hub at the London Gatwick Airport. You can reach the airline through the North Terminal. The airline provides flights to Mauritius on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays, and return flights to London are available on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Travellers can choose from seats in World Traveller, World Traveller Plus or Club sections on each plane. The Club section, also known as economy class, has a limit on luggage size and weight, and the World Traveller Plus section offers bigger seats. Flights to Mauritius through British Airways costs around £984.

Emirates

Travellers can also book flights to Mauritius through Emirates, which is the official airline of Dubai. These flights are typically connecting flights that make a stop in Dubai. The benefit to booking a flight with Emirates is that you can pick from a variety of originating airports. You can fly from Gatwick, Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester or London Heathrow. All flights feature first class, economy class and business class seats. Flights to Mauritius from Dubai leave every day, and the prices start at £996.

Connecting Flights

The easiest way to save money on your flight to Mauritius is with a connecting flight. Connecting flights make one or more stops on the way to the island, giving you a break from sitting on the plane. Many airlines offer flights that make a stop in Africa. You might spend an hour or a few hours sitting in the airport before you board a flight to your final destination. Air France offers connecting flights for around £757, while Seychelles charges £847 for the same flight. You will also find rates of around £778 for connecting flights to Mauritius through South African Airways.