Cheap flights from Maputo (MPM)

Mozambique's capital airport and LAM's main hub on Maputo Bay

Maputo Airport is the largest airport in Mozambique and the main hub for LAM Mozambique Airlines, sitting around 3 km from central Maputo. It handles domestic services across Mozambique plus regional links from South African Airlink, TAAG Angola, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian and TAP Air Portugal to Johannesburg, Lisbon, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and Luanda.

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Airlines flying from Maputo (MPM)

Major carriers: LAM Mozambique Airlines, Airlink, TAP Air Portugal, Ethiopian Airlines. Low-cost carriers: FlySafair.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly from Maputo Airport?
LAM Mozambique Airlines is based at MPM, with international service from Airlink, TAP Air Portugal, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways and TAAG Angola. Flightmussy compares every option on one results page, so you can see whose fare is actually cheapest on your dates.
How far is Maputo Airport from the city center?
Maputo Airport is roughly 3 km from the city centre, typically a 10 to 15 minute taxi ride in normal traffic. Most central hotels offer airport transfers, and ride-hail services are available. Agree fares before departing if hailing a taxi at the kerb.
Are there direct flights from Maputo to Lisbon?
Yes, TAP Air Portugal and LAM Mozambique Airlines operate nonstop services between Maputo (MPM) and Lisbon (LIS), the main long-haul route from Mozambique. The Flightmussy fare heatmap shows which weeks are cheapest across the next twelve months.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Maputo?
International fares from MPM peak around Mozambican and Portuguese holiday periods, especially December and the European summer. Shoulder months typically offer better deals. The Flightmussy 12-month heatmap on the MPM page makes the cheapest weeks obvious at a glance.

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