Pemba to Chitungwiza flights
Chitungwiza lies 1,156 km (718 mi) south-west of Pemba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 14 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.
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| Pemba | Chitungwiza | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Zimbabwe |
| Population | 232,932 | 371,246 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 1,435 m (4,708 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) |
| Nearest large airport | POL, 2 km out | HRE, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Chitungwiza
Crossing from Mozambique into Zimbabwe: money changes from the Metical to the Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +263; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25267554 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648901.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Chitungwiza
Chitungwiza is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 15,502-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | HRE | 9 km (6 mi) | 15,502 ft | 4,887 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Chitungwiza from Pemba?
1,156 km (718 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Pemba.
How long does it take to get from Pemba to Chitungwiza by air?
About 2 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pemba and Chitungwiza?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Pemba to Chitungwiza flights?
Typically Pemba Airport (POL) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE).
What currency do I need in Chitungwiza?
The Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG).
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.