Maputo to Nampula flights
Nampula lies 1,392 km (865 mi) north-east of Maputo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 32 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.
| Maputo | Nampula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 1.3 million | 770,379 |
| Elevation | 70 m (230 ft) | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | MPM, 5 km out | APL, 2 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Maputo
Maputo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Maputo Airport (MPM), 5 km (3 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, 97 km).
Arriving in Nampula
Nampula is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nampula Airport (APL), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,562 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nampula Airport | APL | 2 km (1 mi) | 6,562 ft | 1,444 ft |
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Staying in Nampula
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Nampula. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 492 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Nampula from Maputo?
1,392 km (865 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Maputo.
How long does it take to get from Maputo to Nampula by air?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maputo and Nampula?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maputo to Nampula flights?
Typically Maputo Airport (MPM) to Nampula Airport (APL).
Where can I stay in Nampula?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Nampula, 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 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.