Mbabane to Chimoio flights
Chimoio lies 836 km (520 mi) north of Mbabane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 49 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.
| Mbabane | Chimoio | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Eswatini | Mozambique |
| Population | 76,218 | 422,046 |
| Elevation | 1,209 m (3,967 ft) | 709 m (2,326 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Mbabane) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | SHO, 58 km out | VPY, 7 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Chimoio
Crossing from Eswatini into Mozambique: money changes from the Lilangeni 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 Mbabane
Mbabane is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chimoio Airport (regional) | VPY | 7 km (4 mi) | 7,874 ft | 2,287 ft |
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Staying in Chimoio
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Chimoio. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6). Guests have left 91 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chimoio from Mbabane?
836 km (520 mi) in a straight line, north of Mbabane.
How long does it take to get from Mbabane to Chimoio by air?
About 1 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbabane and Chimoio?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mbabane to Chimoio flights?
Typically King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) to Chimoio Airport (VPY).
What currency do I need in Chimoio?
The Metical (MZN).
Where can I stay in Chimoio?
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Chimoio, 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.