Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport is 10 hours 30 minutes.
Maputo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Maputo two hours ahead of Lisbon.
Each week, there are six Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport flights. To get going early, select the 16:00 LAM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:20 with TAP Portugal.
To ensure you get on your LIS to MPM flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Flying into Maputo (and then discovering more of Mozambique!) is a breeze with LAM. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is LAM.
Among carriers operating LIS to MPM flights, TAP Portugal is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you want to visit another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport is a sought-after stop between LIS and MPM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
R 6,837 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 12,032. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LIS to MPM.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights leaving from Lisbon Portela Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LIS? If you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
If you're arriving on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MPM:
Go beyond Maputo and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Maputo International Airport rental car from Europcar.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Maputo International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
From Maputo International Airport, Maputo is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Maputo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Maputo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Maputo, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to MPM in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mozambique
You've seen Maputo, now it's time to discover more of Mozambique. Travel about 11 kilometres west to Matola to check off its top sights. From Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation to UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Maputo, Maxixe is another essential stop in Mozambique. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.
