Where and when
Best time to visit Mauritius from India
Mauritius has direct flights from Mumbai, a population largely of Indian origin so Hindi and Bhojpuri are widely understood, and a reef-ringed lagoon coast that suits honeymoons and family trips alike.
Cheapest month to fly: December, from ₹39,356 return (Mumbai, seen 9 Oct). Cheapest fare checked in the last 48 hours: ₹39,356 from Mumbai.
Mauritius month by month
| Month | Season | High / low | Rain | Cheapest fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Off-season | 29° / 26°C | 127 mm | ₹42k ● live ₹42k |
| February | Off-season | 29° / 26°C | 113 mm | ₹53k ● live ₹53k |
| March | Off-season | 28° / 26°C | 124 mm | ₹54k ● live ₹54k |
| April | Shoulder | 27° / 25°C | 79 mm | – |
| May | Peak | 26° / 24°C | 46 mm | – |
| June | Shoulder | 24° / 22°C | 32 mm | – |
| July | Shoulder | 24° / 21°C | 28 mm | – |
| August | Shoulder | 24° / 21°C | 26 mm | – |
| September | Shoulder | 24° / 21°C | 29 mm | – |
| October | Peak | 25° / 22°C | 31 mm | ₹51k ● live ₹51k |
| November | Peak | 27° / 23°C | 34 mm | ₹43k ● live ₹43k |
| December Festival Internasional Kreol: regatta, food village and concert | Peak | 28° / 25°C | 48 mm | ₹39k ● live ₹39k |
Fares are the lowest return fare seen in the last 14 days for trips departing that month, from any Indian city we track; a green dot means a fare checked in the last 48 hours. Months with a dash have no fares yet. Seasons: Mauritius Meteorological Services: Climate of Mauritius (checked 2026-10-09). Weather averages: NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources) Daily API v2.10.0, MERRA-2 based, 2001-2020 monthly means of daily values.
Dates to plan around
In Mauritius
- Festival Internasional Kreol: regatta, food village and concert · 20 Dec 2026. Part of the Ministry of Tourism's Kreol festival: a regatta, Creole food village and evening concert on the Mahebourg waterfront, with crowds and parking pressure along the south-east coast that Sunday. source, checked 2026-10-09
Indian rush periods
Fares out of India rise around these holidays, so book earlier or fly just outside them.
- Dussehra & Durga Puja · 16–21 Oct
- Diwali · 5–11 Nov
- Guru Nanak Jayanti · 20–24 Nov
- Christmas & New Year · 18 Dec – 3 Jan
- Pongal / Makar Sankranti · 13–18 Jan
- Republic Day weekend · 22–26 Jan
Flights to Mauritius by departure city
Visa for Indian passports
Indian passport holders can visit Mauritius without a visa for up to 60 days. Free entry on arrival with a return ticket, hotel booking and enough funds; the officer sets the stay (often up to 90 days). Fill the free All-in-One Travel Form at safemauritius.govmu.org before you fly.
Mauritius: questions
What is the best time to visit Mauritius?
Mauritius's peak season is May, October, November and December, with April, June, July, August and September as shoulder months. The Mauritius Meteorological Services define summer as November to April, warm and humid with the wettest months in February and March, and winter as June to September, cooler and dry; May and October are transition months and October is the driest. December's dry warmth and the May to November dry stretch are the comfortable windows, with winter evenings cool enough for a jumper.
When is the rainy season in Mauritius?
The wettest months are January, February and March, with about 127 mm, 113 mm, 124 mm of rain respectively on average.
How hot does Mauritius get?
February is the hottest month, with average daily highs near 29°C. August has the coolest nights, around 21°C.
When is Mauritius most crowded?
Expect the most visitors in May, October, November and December. Events that draw crowds: Festival Internasional Kreol: regatta, food village and concert (20 Dec 2026).
Which month is cheapest to fly to Mauritius from India?
December 2026 has the lowest return fare FlyBun has seen in the last 14 days, ₹39,356 from Mumbai. We have fares for 6 of the next 12 months, so a month with no figure may be cheaper. Fares change daily.
Do Indians need a visa for Mauritius?
Indian passport holders can visit Mauritius without a visa for up to 60 days. Free entry on arrival with a return ticket, hotel booking and enough funds; the officer sets the stay (often up to 90 days). Fill the free All-in-One Travel Form at safemauritius.govmu.org before you fly.
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