Flying from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Maputo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Lilongwe.
To ensure you catch your LLW to MPM flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LLW and MPM:
Nampula Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
$437 is the lowest price for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $745. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from LLW to MPM, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LLW to MPM.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
82.0% of flights departing from Lilongwe International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LLW.
Lilongwe International Airport is around 17 miles from central Lilongwe. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
Consider booking a hotel close to MPM if you're on a late Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Maputo International Airport rental car and explore parts of Maputo that most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Europcar.
Booking your vehicle from Maputo International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
Maputo International Airport is roughly 4 miles from the center of Maputo. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The quietest month for a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Maputo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Maputo International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Maputo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 70ºF and 88ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LLW to MPM in July. Temperatures average between 57ºF and 79ºF then.
Explore more of Mozambique
You've visited Maputo, now it's time to explore other corners of Mozambique. Travel about 7 miles west to Matola to check off its leading sights. From Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation to UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Maxixe is another standout destination in Mozambique and is around 230 miles north-east of Maputo. No journey is complete without visiting Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.
