Chimoio to Nacala flights
Nacala lies 918 km (571 mi) north-east of Chimoio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 56 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Chimoio | Nacala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 422,046 | 239,808 |
| Elevation | 709 m (2,326 ft) | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | VPY, 7 km out | MNC, 9 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Chimoio
Chimoio is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chimoio Airport (VPY), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,874 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Nacala
Nacala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nacala International Airport (MNC), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nacala International Airport (regional) | MNC | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,171 ft | 410 ft |
Book a flight to Nacala
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Nacala
Live rooms and prices for Nacala are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Nacala
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Nacala from Chimoio?
918 km (571 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Chimoio.
How long does it take to get from Chimoio to Nacala by air?
About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chimoio and Nacala?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chimoio to Nacala flights?
Typically Chimoio Airport (VPY) to Nacala International Airport (MNC).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.