Huambo to Mossamedes flights
Mossamedes lies 471 km (293 mi) south-west of Huambo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 21 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.
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| Huambo | Mossamedes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 595,304 | 255,000 |
| Elevation | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Nearest large airport | NOV, 4 km out | MSZ, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Huambo
Huambo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Albano Machado Airport (NOV), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,727 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Mossamedes
Mossamedes is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Welwitschia Mirabilis International Airport (MSZ), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welwitschia Mirabilis International Airport (regional) | MSZ | 7 km (4 mi) | 8,202 ft | 210 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mossamedes from Huambo?
471 km (293 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Huambo.
How long does it take to get from Huambo to Mossamedes by air?
About 1 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Huambo and Mossamedes?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Which airports are used for Huambo to Mossamedes flights?
Typically Albano Machado Airport (NOV) to Welwitschia Mirabilis International Airport (MSZ).
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.