Nampula to Pemba flights
Pemba lies 274 km (170 mi) north-east of Nampula, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 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.
| Nampula | Pemba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 770,379 | 232,932 |
| Elevation | 431 m (1,414 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | APL, 2 km out | POL, 2 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Pemba
Pemba is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pemba Airport (POL), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,905 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pemba Airport (regional) | POL | 2 km (1 mi) | 5,905 ft | 331 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Pemba from Nampula?
274 km (170 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Nampula.
How long does it take to get from Nampula to Pemba by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nampula and Pemba?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nampula to Pemba flights?
Typically Nampula Airport (APL) to Pemba Airport (POL).
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.