Traveling from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Maputo Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Kigali and Maputo are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Give yourself enough time to make your KGL to MPM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KGL and MPM include:
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Harare Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Maputo Airport (MPM)
At the moment, $414 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $620. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from KGL to MPM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from KGL to MPM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport.
Handy information about Kigali Airport (KGL)
68% of flights that depart Kigali Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Kigali Airport is around 7 miles from central Kigali. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near KGL. Whether you have an early flight from Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Maputo Airport (MPM)
If you're getting in on a late Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MPM:
Pick up a Maputo Airport rental car and explore corners of Maputo that aren't on every traveler's list. You can book your wheels with Europcar.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Maputo Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Maputo Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
From Maputo Airport, Maputo is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Maputo Airport (MPM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Maputo in March.
The warmest month in Maputo is February, with the temperature ranging between 70ºF and 88ºF. Lock in your flights from Kigali Airport to Maputo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 57ºF and 79ºF. Look for cheap tickets from KGL to MPM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.