Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
A direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport takes 1 hour 9 minutes, on average. Maputo's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Johannesburg.
For the first departure, hop on the 06:15 flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport. If you want to jet off later, the last flight is at 20:30. With 242 weekly flights from JNB to MPM, you can pick the timing that suits you best.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Visiting Maputo (and then seeing more of Mozambique!) is easy with LAM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between JNB and MPM:
RG Mugabe International Airport
King Shaka International Airport
Vilanculos Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Mozambique, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JNB to MPM.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport is R 2,385. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,283. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JNB to MPM.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from JNB to MPM. There's no need to search every day to see whether airfares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
If you have a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MPM:
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
Maputo International Airport to the centre of Maputo takes around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Maputo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Maputo International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Maputo, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 31ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JNB to MPM sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Maputo
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Maputo right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from JNB to MPM:
Fortaleza of Maputo and Praia da Costa do Sol are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Maputo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomica.
Complete your Maputo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Maputo International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Maputo.
