Travelling from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
The timezone in Maputo is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Mogadishu.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MGQ to MPM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
R 11,953 is the best price for a one-way Mogadishu International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 23,682. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MGQ to MPM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Maputo International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
82.76% of flights leaving Mogadishu International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from MGQ.
Mogadishu International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Mogadishu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Maputo International Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick drive from MGQ, book a night at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
If you're landing on a late Mogadishu International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MPM:
Drive into your next adventure with a Maputo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar to explore beyond Maputo's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Maputo International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
Maputo International Airport to the centre of Maputo has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Maputo International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Maputo in February.
The warmest month in Maputo is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Maputo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MGQ to MPM in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mozambique
Maputo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mozambique you should also see. Around 11 kilometres west of Maputo, a trip to Matola will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation, UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo.
Maxixe is another sought-after destination in Mozambique and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Maputo. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.
