Flying from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to Maputo Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Lusaka and Maputo are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your LUN to MPM flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LUN and MPM:
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Harare Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to Maputo Airport (MPM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport flight is R 7,101. A return plane ticket is currently R 11,496. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LUN to MPM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport.
Handy information about Lusaka Airport (LUN)
68% of flights that leave from Lusaka Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Lusaka Airport from central Lusaka, it takes around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LUN? If you're catching an early flight from Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Maputo Airport (MPM)
If you're arriving on a late Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MPM:
Drive into your next adventure with a Maputo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar to explore parts of Maputo that most tourists miss.
Booking your vehicle from Maputo Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Maputo Airport (MPM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Maputo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Lusaka Airport to Maputo Airport for February if you want to explore Maputo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LUN to MPM in July. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.