Nampula to Quelimane flights
Quelimane lies 398 km (247 mi) south-west 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 16 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 | Quelimane | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 770,379 | 349,842 |
| Elevation | 431 m (1,414 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | APL, 2 km out | UEL, 3 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 Quelimane
Quelimane is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Quelimane Airport (UEL), 3 km (2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quelimane Airport (regional) | UEL | 3 km (2 mi) | 5,905 ft | 36 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Quelimane from Nampula?
398 km (247 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Nampula.
How long does it take to get from Nampula to Quelimane by air?
About 1 h 16 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 Quelimane?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nampula to Quelimane flights?
Typically Nampula Airport (APL) to Quelimane Airport (UEL).
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.