Travelling from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Maputo is two hours behind Port Louis and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MRU to MPM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MRU and MPM:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight is R 9,096. A return plane ticket right now is R 17,116. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MRU to MPM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MRU to MPM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
72.12% of flights that leave from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport from central Port Louis, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
If you're getting in on a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near MPM:
Go beyond Maputo and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Maputo International Airport rental car from Europcar.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Maputo International Airport around three weeks ahead.
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 Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International 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.
The warmest month in Maputo is February, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Maputo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MRU to MPM in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mozambique
Maputo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mozambique waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometres west of Maputo, a visit to Matola will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation, UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Maputo, Maxixe is another essential stop in Mozambique. Start your sightseeing at Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.
