Chipata to Matola flights
Matola lies 1,371 km (852 mi) south of Chipata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 30 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.
| Chipata | Matola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Mozambique |
| Population | 327,059 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,147 m (3,763 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | MFU, 88 km out | MPM, 12 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Matola
Crossing from Zambia into Mozambique: money changes from the Kwacha to the Metical (MZN); sockets are BS 546, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +258; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648880 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2807090.
Airports at each end
Leaving Chipata
Chipata is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mfuwe International Airport (MFU), 88 km (55 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,349 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Matola
Matola is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Maputo Airport (MPM), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,008-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are King Mswati III International Airport (SHO, 86 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maputo Airport | MPM | 12 km (7 mi) | 12,008 ft | 145 ft |
| King Mswati III International Airport | SHO | 86 km (53 mi) | 11,811 ft | 1,092 ft |
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Staying in Matola
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Matola. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (9). Guests have left 67 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Matola from Chipata?
1,371 km (852 mi) in a straight line, south of Chipata.
How long does it take to get from Chipata to Matola by air?
About 2 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chipata and Matola?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chipata to Matola flights?
Typically Mfuwe International Airport (MFU) to Maputo Airport (MPM); Matola also has SHO.
What currency do I need in Matola?
The Metical (MZN).
Where can I stay in Matola?
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Matola, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.