Quelimane to Nacala flights
Nacala lies 548 km (340 mi) north-east of Quelimane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 27 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.
| Quelimane | Nacala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 349,842 | 239,808 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | UEL, 3 km out | MNC, 9 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Nacala
Nacala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nacala International Airport (MNC), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nacala International Airport (regional) | MNC | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,171 ft | 410 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nacala from Quelimane?
548 km (340 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Quelimane.
How long does it take to get from Quelimane to Nacala by air?
About 1 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quelimane and Nacala?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Quelimane to Nacala flights?
Typically Quelimane Airport (UEL) to Nacala International Airport (MNC).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.