Pietermaritzburg to Manzini flights
Manzini lies 360 km (224 mi) north of Pietermaritzburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 13 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.
| Pietermaritzburg | Manzini | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Eswatini |
| Population | 839,327 | 110,537 |
| Elevation | 636 m (2,087 ft) | 601 m (1,972 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Mbabane) |
| Nearest large airport | DUR, 70 km out | SHO, 37 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Manzini
Crossing from South Africa into Eswatini: money changes from the Rand to the Lilangeni (SZL); sockets are BS 546; the dialling code becomes +268; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648911 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648912.
Airports at each end
Leaving Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is King Shaka International Airport (DUR), 70 km (43 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB, 4 km).
Arriving in Manzini
Manzini is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Mswati III International Airport | SHO | 37 km (23 mi) | 11,811 ft | 1,092 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Manzini from Pietermaritzburg?
360 km (224 mi) in a straight line, north of Pietermaritzburg.
How long does it take to get from Pietermaritzburg to Manzini by air?
About 1 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pietermaritzburg and Manzini?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Pietermaritzburg to Manzini flights?
Typically King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to King Mswati III International Airport (SHO).
What currency do I need in Manzini?
The Lilangeni (SZL).
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.