Maxixe to Ndola flights
Ndola lies 1,403 km (872 mi) north-west of Maxixe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 33 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.
| Maxixe | Ndola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Zambia |
| Population | 126,408 | 627,503 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 1,307 m (4,288 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
| Nearest large airport | INH, 7 km out | NLA, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ndola
Crossing from Mozambique into Zambia: money changes from the Metical to the Kwacha (ZMW); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +260; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648868.
Airports at each end
Leaving Maxixe
Maxixe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Inhambane Airport (INH), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,921 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Ndola
Ndola is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport | NLA | 13 km (8 mi) | 11,483 ft | 4,308 ft |
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Staying in Ndola
Our booking partner lists 40 places to stay in Ndola. Of the 28 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (24). Guests have left 809 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ndola from Maxixe?
1,403 km (872 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Maxixe.
How long does it take to get from Maxixe to Ndola by air?
About 2 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maxixe and Ndola?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maxixe to Ndola flights?
Typically Inhambane Airport (INH) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA).
What currency do I need in Ndola?
The Kwacha (ZMW).
Where can I stay in Ndola?
Our booking partner lists 40 places to stay in Ndola, 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.