Port Louis×Dallas
Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Port Louis, it's that in Dallas.
When it's 8:00 am in Port Louis, it's 11:00 pm in Dallas — night there, the previous day.
When it's 10:00 am in Port Louis, it's 1:00 am in Dallas — late night there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 3:00 am in Dallas — late night there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 6:00 am in Dallas — morning there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 8:00 am in Dallas — morning there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 12:00 pm in Dallas — midday there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Port Louis uses the MUR (₨) and Dallas uses the USD ($). Conversations can stay in English, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Port Louis drives on the left, Dallas on the right.
- Country
- Mauritius
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Currency
- Mauritian rupee (MUR · ₨)
- Language
- English, French, Mauritian Creole
- Calling code
- +230
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- United States
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD · $)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +1
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Port Louis and Dallas?
Port Louis is 9 hours behind Dallas. Port Louis runs on GMT+4 and Dallas on GMT-5. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When it's 10 am in Port Louis, what time is it in Dallas?
10:00 am in Port Louis is 1:00 am in Dallas on the same day — late night there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When it's 3 pm in Port Louis, what time is it in Dallas?
3:00 pm in Port Louis is 6:00 am in Dallas on the same day — morning there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
Standard 09:00–17:00 workdays don't intersect. Most teams compromise with one side meeting early (before 09:00) or late (after 17:00).
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Port Louis from Dallas?
About 17,109 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 20h 38m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Port Louis and Dallas use?
Port Louis uses the Mauritian rupee (MUR, ₨); Dallas uses the United States dollar (USD, $). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Port Louis from Dallas?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 011), then +230, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Port Louis and Dallas?
Both Mauritius and United States count English among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Port Louis also has French, Mauritian Creole; Dallas adds no other official tongue.
Do Port Louis and Dallas drive on the same side of the road?
No. Mauritius drives on the left, United States on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.