Cheap Flights to Pemba

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Can I get a direct flight to Pemba Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.

How much are return flights to Pemba?

The best price we found for a return flight to Pemba is R 12,534. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Pemba Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Pemba Airport is Sunday, 3 August 2025.

When is the best time to book flights to Pemba?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Pemba is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Pemba with?

Currently, Airlink offers the cheapest flight tickets to Pemba.

Flying to Pemba

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 7,657
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airline	Qatar Airways
Average flights per week	11

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How to find cheap flights to Pemba Airport (POL)

At the moment, R 7,657 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Pemba Airport. Or you can reserve a round-trip plane ticket to POL for R 12,534.
Never miss out on a deal by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to POL. We'll do the monitoring for you, sending notifications when fares go down.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find the lowest price on tickets to Pemba, where Pemba Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer some amazing early bird rates.
Select 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of landing cheap flights to Pemba. Doing this will give you more choices for where to start and end your journey, along with different prices.
Search for plane tickets to Pemba Airport that include a stop. Taking the scenic route can be cheaper. Once your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Pemba

Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to POL that suits your budget and itinerary.
If you want to experience Pemba at its liveliest, lock in your flights to POL for July. Being on holiday during high seasons usually means there's more to see and do than at other times.
February is the least busy time of year to visit if you prefer a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Pemba then.
With averages of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF), December is when Pemba is warmest. Organise your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your time here.
Temperatures are lowest in July, when they range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
With three days of rain on average, May is the driest month in Pemba.
The wettest time of year is January. Plan your getaway then and you'll likely get around 23 days of rainfall.

Flying to Pemba Airport (POL): What you need to know

Head straight to Pemba with LAM or Airlink. These top airlines operate nonstop flights to Pemba Airport.
Airlink is most likely to get you there on time. Up to 68% of its flights into this airport touch down as scheduled, making it an excellent choice when reserving your POL plane ticket.
On arrival at POL, you'll be in the UTC+2 timezone.
Eager to get some sleep after your flight to POL? These hotels close to Pemba Airport offer the ideal place to relax and recharge:
Pemba Airport performs well on the punctuality front, with up to 86% of outbound flights landing as scheduled. That's good news whether you're flying out to continue your trip or to get home.
Pemba Airport is located in Pemba, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique.

Getting to central Pemba from Pemba Airport (POL)

Central Pemba is about 3 kilometres from POL.
After landing from your flight to POL, expect a drive to the centre of around 5 minutes.
Pemba has you covered when it comes to a place to stay. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to help get you started:

Pemba highlights

Jump off your flight to Pemba and head directly for these well-known attractions:
- Wimbe Beach: An impressive preview of the city's highlights, this landmark is around 2 kilometres north-east of the centre.
- Mesquita de Pemba 2: Need another great reason to visit Pemba? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 2 kilometres south-east of the city centre.

How to get to Ibo from Pemba Airport (POL)

POL serves as a gateway to the nearby city of Ibo, which is about 72 kilometres away. The best way to reach the centre will depend on when you're travelling, so check your options first.

Travelling from Pemba Airport (POL) to Metoro

If Metoro is your chosen stop, it's around 72 kilometres from Pemba Airport.

Explore more of Mozambique

There are plenty more places to explore in Mozambique, starting with Nampula. Catedral de Nossa Senhora da Fatima, Mozambique National Ethnographic Museum and Parque Da Cidade De Nampula are must-do's in this city, which is about 274 kilometres south-west of Pemba. Nampula Airport (APL) is the closest airport in Nampula.
Or venture to Montepuez, about 161 kilometres west of Pemba. Monte Cherimpo, VIP SUPER MERCADO and Guo Mão, Lda are among the many reasons to visit.