Thembisa to Ressano Garcia flights
Ressano Garcia lies 382 km (238 mi) east of Thembisa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 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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| Thembisa | Ressano Garcia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Mozambique |
| Population | 511,655 | 110,000 |
| Elevation | 1,577 m (5,174 ft) | 125 m (410 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | JNB, 16 km out | MPM, 79 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ressano Garcia
Crossing from South Africa into Mozambique: money changes from the Rand to the Metical (MZN); sockets are BS 546, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +258; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648880 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2807090.
Airports at each end
Leaving Thembisa
Thembisa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 14,495-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lanseria International Airport (HLA, 31 km).
Arriving in Ressano Garcia
Ressano Garcia is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Maputo Airport (MPM), 79 km (49 mi) from the centre, whose 12,008-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP, 90 km), Skukuza Airport (SZK, 67 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maputo Airport | MPM | 79 km (49 mi) | 12,008 ft | 145 ft |
| Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport | MQP | 90 km (56 mi) | 10,171 ft | 2,829 ft |
| Skukuza Airport (regional) | SZK | 67 km (42 mi) | 5,085 ft | 1,020 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ressano Garcia from Thembisa?
382 km (238 mi) in a straight line, east of Thembisa.
How long does it take to get from Thembisa to Ressano Garcia by air?
About 1 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 Thembisa and Ressano Garcia?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Thembisa to Ressano Garcia flights?
Typically O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Maputo Airport (MPM); Ressano Garcia also has MQP, SZK.
What currency do I need in Ressano Garcia?
The Metical (MZN).
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.